Pronunciations
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/sɪˈnɒnɪˌmaɪz/
Verb
To express by a synonym or synonyms.
Usage- Transitive
- Antonyms
- Examples
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This word fortis we may synonymize after all these fashions: stout, hardy, valiant, doughty, courageous, adventurous, brave, bold, daring, intrepid.
To identify two taxonomic terms as synonyms, thus equating two potentially disparate categories.