hanoverize

/hænˈɒvəraɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to make or become like Hanover, especially in being a free and independent state

“The newly independent city began to hanoverize its laws and governance.”

2. verb

to convert a king or noble into an elector or a sovereign of a small state, especially in the German Empire

“The 19th century saw many nobles hanoverize their status, becoming powerful leaders.”

Synonyms

  • imperialize
  • territorialize

Antonyms

  • demote
  • subjugate