platinize

/plætɪˈnaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to treat with or as if with a platinum coating or to make or become coated or impregnated with platinum

“The artist decided to platinize her sculpture to give it a luxurious appearance.”

2. verb

to treat or process something as if it were platinum, especially to make it valuable or highly prized

“The company platinized its brand image by rebranding its products.”

Synonyms

  • platinaize
  • platinate

Antonyms

  • demote
  • downgrade