russify

/ˈrʌsɪfaɪ/

Definitions

1. verb

to make someone or something conform to Russian customs, language, or culture; to make something more Russian in character

“The government’s efforts aimed to russify the education system by introducing Russian language and literature in schools.”

2. noun

the process or state of making someone or something conform to Russian customs, language, or culture

“The russification of the region led to a shift in cultural identity among the local population.”

Synonyms

  • hellenize
  • orientalize

Antonyms

  • de-russify
  • latinize