sinify

/sɪˈnɪfaɪ, ˈsɪnaɪfaɪ/

Definitions

1. verb

to make or become Chinese in character or culture

“The city’s cultural scene began to sinify with the influx of new immigrants.”

2. verb

to make or become more like Chinese in style or influence

“The new restaurant’s menu had begun to sinify with Chinese and other international dishes.”

Synonyms

  • orient
  • orientalize

Antonyms

  • Westernize
  • de-orient