corporealize

/kɔr.pɔː.rɪˈlaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to give a physical form or presence to something, especially an idea or a spirit.

“The artist’s intention was to corporealize the abstract concepts in her painting.”

2. verb

to make something physical or tangible.

“The scientists worked to corporealize the theoretical concept into a working prototype.”

3. verb

to give a physical body or form to a deity or spirit.

“The ancient people believed that the gods could corporealize in the mortal world during festivals.”

Synonyms

  • embodiment
  • materialize

Antonyms

  • deify
  • spiritualize