ternize

/ˈtɜrnɪzaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to make or become like a tern, especially in having a light or casual quality.

“She ternized her approach to the problem, finding a more relaxed solution.”

2. verb

to convert or change something into terns or a tern-like state.

“The artist ternized the colors in her painting to achieve a more vibrant effect.”

3. noun

the action or state of ternizing something.

“The ternization of the old factory into a trendy art space was a welcome change.”

Synonyms

  • ternate
  • ternify

Antonyms

  • harden
  • solidify