solemnize
/'sɔləmnaiz/ Cách viết khác : (solemnise) /'sɔləmnaiz/
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Definition
- Verb:
- To make something solemn and grave: To give a serious, dignified, or formal character to an event, occasion, or feeling.
- To perform or celebrate (a ceremony, especially a wedding) with proper and formal rites: To conduct a ceremony according to official or religious custom.
- To observe or perform with dignity or gravity: To mark an occasion with formal, respectful, and serious procedures.
Usage Examples
- Verb:
- The memorial service solemnized the atmosphere in the hall.
- The priest will solemnize their marriage next Saturday.
- We gathered to solemnize the anniversary of the treaty's signing.
Advanced Usage
- "to solemnize an occasion": to mark a significant event with formal ceremony.
- The town solemnized the centennial with a parade and speeches.
- "to solemnize a vow": to formally and seriously affirm a promise.
- They solemnized their vows before their family and friends.
Variants and Related Words
- Solemnization (noun): The act of solemnizing or the state of being solemnized.
- The solemnization of the wedding took place in the cathedral.
- Solemn (adjective): Serious, dignified, formal.
- The judge entered the court with a solemn expression.
Synonyms
- Consecrate: To make or declare sacred.
- Formalize: To give a definite structure or form to something, often officially.
- Celebrate: To observe a day or event with ceremonies of respect or festivity (though "celebrate" can be less formal).
Related Phrases
- To solemnize a contract: (Archaic/Legal) To perform a formal act giving a contract binding force.
- In earlier times, a handshake was enough to solemnize an agreement.
Verb
- make solemn and grave
- This ceremony solemnized our hearts
- perform (the wedding ceremony) with proper ceremonies
- observe or perform with dignity or gravity
- The King solemnized this day of morning