chromize

/ˈkrɒmaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to coat or give a surface a thin layer of a chromium compound, especially to harden or protect a metal surface.

“The engineer chromized the engine parts to improve their durability.”

2. verb

to impart a color or a bright, vivid appearance to something, especially to metal.

“The artist chromized the metal sculpture to give it a striking finish.”

3. verb

to make or become brightly colored or attractive.

“The new policy chromized the company’s image in the eyes of its customers.”

Synonyms

  • brighten
  • color
  • tint

Antonyms

  • diminish
  • dull