harvardize

/ˈhærvərdˌaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to imitate the style or manner of Harvard University, especially in academic writing or research.

“The professor tried to harvardize her thesis, but her writing still lacked the unique voice of a true Harvard scholar.”

2. verb

to give a Harvard-like education or training to someone.

“The company decided to harvardize its employees with online courses and workshops to improve their skills.”

3. noun

a style or manner of writing or research that is characteristic of Harvard University.

“The article was written in a style that was too harvardized, making it inaccessible to non-academics.”

Synonyms

  • academize
  • university-ize

Antonyms

  • dumb-down
  • popularize