French translation of iconize is 
iconize

Meaning of "iconize" in English

The term "iconize" refers to the process of transforming something into an icon or symbolic representative, often elevating its status or cultural significance. It can also mean reducing a window or application to an icon on a computer interface, which minimizes it without closing the program. In broader usage, to iconize something often involves attributing symbolic meaning or importance to an object, person, or concept, making it representative of certain ideals or values.

Meaning of "iconize" in French

In French, "iconize" has a similar meaning to its English counterpart. It refers to the act of turning something into an icon, whether elevating its cultural or symbolic status, or minimizing an application window on a digital interface. The emphasis can be on cultural or symbolic representation, where a person, object, or idea becomes a universally recognized symbol reflecting certain characteristics or ideals.

Pronunciation of "iconize" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [ˈaɪ.kəˌnaɪz].

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "iconize" is largely consistent across English-speaking regions, though slight variations might exist due to accent or dialect, affecting the emphasis on certain syllables, such as the "aɪ" sound in "icon."

Pronunciation of "iconize" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [i.kɔ.niz].

Pronunciation Variations: In French, regional accents might slightly alter the pronunciation, especially in the vowel sound "i," but generally, the pronunciation remains quite stable across different regions of France and other French-speaking areas.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. He sought to iconize the artist as a symbol of modern rebellion. (Il a cherché à iconiser l'artiste comme un symbole de la rébellion moderne.)
2. The software allows users to iconize open windows quickly. (Le logiciel permet aux utilisateurs d'iconiser rapidement les fenêtres ouvertes.)
3. Pop culture tends to iconize influential figures. (La culture pop a tendance à iconiser les figures influentes.)
4. The festival aims to iconize local traditions. (Le festival vise à iconiser les traditions locales.)
5. Many fans iconize the singer for her unique style. (De nombreux fans iconisent la chanteuse pour son style unique.)
6. He wanted to iconize the event by creating a memorable logo. (Il voulait iconiser l'événement en créant un logo mémorable.)
7. Her image was iconized after the photo went viral. (Son image a été iconisée après que la photo est devenue virale.)
8. Designers often iconize fashion trends for broader appeal. (Les designers iconisent souvent les tendances de la mode pour un attrait plus large.)
9. The campaign seeks to iconize the charity's mission. (La campagne cherche à iconiser la mission de l'association caritative.)
10. Writers sometimes iconize characters to create timeless stories. (Les écrivains iconisent parfois les personnages pour créer des histoires intemporelles.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "iconize" in English

Synonyms: elevate, symbolize, immortalize, glorify, idealize.

Antonyms: trivialize, diminish, deflate, demote, degrade.

Similar Words: idolize, enshrine, personify, canonize, sanctify.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "iconize" in French

Synonyms: élévater, symboliser, immortaliser, glorifier, idéaliser.

Antonyms: trivialiser, rabaisser, dégonfler, dégrader, diminuer.

Similar Words: idôlatrer, vénérer, personnifier, canoniser, sanctifier.

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