Channelize

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /ˈtʃænəˌlaɪz/

Definitions of channelize

verb to direct or guide along a particular course or channel

Example Sentences

A1 She channelizes her energy into painting.

A2 He channelizes his thoughts through journaling.

B1 The team leader channelizes the group's efforts towards a common goal.

B2 The coach channelizes the player's skills to maximize their potential.

C1 The CEO channelizes resources effectively to drive company growth.

C2 The artist channelizes inspiration from various sources to create unique masterpieces.

Examples of channelize in a Sentence

formal It is important to channelize your thoughts and emotions in a productive manner.

informal Try to channelize your energy into something positive instead of getting angry.

slang Dude, you need to channelize your focus if you want to win this game.

figurative She was able to channelize her grief into creating beautiful art.

Grammatical Forms of channelize

past tense

channelized

plural

channelizes

comparative

more channelized

superlative

most channelized

present tense

channelize

future tense

will channelize

perfect tense

have channelized

continuous tense

is channelizing

singular

channelize

positive degree

channelize

infinitive

to channelize

gerund

channelizing

participle

channelizing

Origin and Evolution of channelize

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The word 'channelize' originated from the combination of 'channel' and the suffix '-ize'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in the 17th century, 'channelize' meant to create or form a channel or channels. Over time, the word evolved to also mean to direct or guide something through a specific channel or pathway.