cordialize

kɔrˈdiəlaɪz

Definitions

1. verb

to make or become friendly and courteous; to render more agreeable

“The mayor’s visit helped to cordialize the tense relationship between the two nations.”

2. verb

to treat with cordiality; to receive with warmth and friendliness

“The guests were cordialized by their gracious host.”

3. verb

to add a cordial or a flavoring agent to a drink

“The bartender cordialized the coffee with a splash of hazelnut syrup.”

Synonyms

  • conciliate
  • conciliate
  • sweeten

Antonyms

  • alienate
  • embitter