japonicize

/ˌdʒæpɒˈnɪsaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to make or become similar to the languages of Japan

“The linguist worked to japonicize the dialect spoken by the local community.”

2. verb

to attribute or apply characteristics associated with Japan or the Japanese people

“The artist japonicized her style with traditional Japanese motifs.”

3. noun

the process or result of making or becoming similar to the languages of Japan

“Japonicization of the dialect has led to a unique cultural identity.”

Synonyms

  • nipponize
  • orientalise
  • orientalize

Antonyms

  • deorientalise
  • deorientalize