hebraizer

/ˈhɛbriˌaɪzər/

Definitions

1. noun

One who converts or promotes the use of Hebrew, especially in liturgical or cultural contexts.

“The theologian was a key hebraizer in the revival of Hebrew studies in the university.”

2. verb

To convert or promote the use of Hebrew, especially in liturgical or cultural contexts.

“The scholar sought to hebraize the prayers to make them more authentic.”

Synonyms

  • hebraist
  • hebrewizer

Antonyms

  • hellenizor
  • latinizer