hebraicize

/ˌhɛbrəˈaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to make or become more Hebrew in character, especially in language or culture

“The community sought to hebraicize its liturgy, adopting more traditional Hebrew prayers.”

2. verb

to give a Hebrew or Semitic flavor to, especially in writing or language

“The novelist aimed to hebraicize her characters’ dialogue, capturing the nuances of ancient Hebrew speech patterns.”

Synonyms

  • hebraism
  • semicize

Antonyms

  • hellenize
  • paganize