emotionize

/ɛm.əˈuː.naɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to give an emotional quality to something, such as a scene or a situation

“The director tried to emotionize the otherwise mundane scene with a dramatic soundtrack.”

2. verb

to imbue with emotions, especially strong emotions

“The artist’s latest painting emotionizes the struggles of the working class.”

Synonyms

  • emotionalize
  • sentimentalize

Antonyms

  • deemotionalize
  • desensitize