dehematize

/dɪˌhɛməˈtaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove or free from the influence of emotions, especially anger or excitement

“The politician’s speechwriter worked to dehematize the emotional language used by the candidate.”

2. noun

the process of removing or reducing the influence of emotions, especially anger or excitement

“The media outlet’s editor tried to minimize the dehematization process in the news article.”

Synonyms

  • demote
  • neutralize

Antonyms

  • exacerbate
  • intensify