fetishize

verb

Definition of fetishizenext
as in to objectify

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Recent Examples of fetishize Conductors often fetishize the opening bars of this opera, their squirmy alternation of silence and piquant dissonance. — Justin Davidson, Vulture, 11 Mar. 2026 This is a woman who has been in survival mode, who has been fetishized, who has been ignored, not seen. — Yvonne Villarreal, Los Angeles Times, 12 Feb. 2026 The point is not to fetishize a single metric. — Noosheen Hashemi, Time, 26 Jan. 2026 And then there are the various disembodied hands featured in many of the artist’s photographs and sculptures, nearly all of them fetishized in their evident—and sometimes errant—femininity. — Ara H. Merjian, Artforum, 1 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fetishize
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fetishize
  1. objectify
  2. exemplify
  3. symbolize
  4. typify
  5. illustrate
  6. embody
  7. body
Verb
  • Because the more that men objectify women in the media, the more that other men see them as objects and treat them as objects.
    — James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 12 Oct. 2026
  • If the go-to responses of this figure are responsibility and metrology, such instincts find stability in institutions that objectify certain calculative agencies in a wider audit culture.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of objectify
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  • The group’s work is exemplified by its annual High Artistry collection, which draws inspiration from a different place or idea each year.
    — Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2026
  • The film recognizes a film that exemplifies the values of peace, equality, global justice and civil liberties.
    — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of exemplify
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  • In the 1925 novel, the appearance of fledglings symbolizes freedom, confinement and even spiritual rebirth, themes that follow lead characters Clarissa and Sally (whom Edebiri portrays) as the story unfolds.
    — Bianca Betancourt, CNN Money, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Li said that the crossing would become a new landmark symbolizing the two nations' traditional friendship.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of symbolize
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  • Independent has become known for its distinctive layout, which emphasized flow over the boxy booths that typify these commercial trade shows.
    — Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Japanese 10-year bonds typify the surge, with yields hitting 3% for the first time since 1996.
    — Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of typify
Verb
  • Its flight heritage illustrates the importance of dependable computing hardware in missions where repairs are difficult or impossible.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2026
  • The incident illustrates the failures of trust and safety provisions that are supposed to protect against this kind of confusion.
    — Mia Sato, The Verge, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of illustrate
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  • Since taking over as the Philadelphia Eagles’ starting quarterback, Jalen Hurts has largely embodied that idea.
    — Chantz Martin OutKick, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2026
  • With his rooted presence and remarkable nuance, Nawazuddin embodies Mehboob’s essential contradictions.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of embody
Verb
  • Sometimes, telling the story of a life means bodying forth the form of things unknown.
    — Sara Holdren, Vulture, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Chapman's charges raised concerns to Krissie Fung, a member of the city's police oversight body the Fire and Police Commission.
    — David Clarey, jsonline.com, 8 July 2026
Definition of body

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“Fetishize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fetishize. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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