Solemnize

Pronunciation: /sɑləmˌnaɪz/

Definitions of solemnize

verb to perform or observe with solemn rites or ceremonies; to make solemn, serious, or grave

Example Sentences

A1 The couple solemnized their marriage in a small ceremony.

A2 In some cultures, it is common to solemnize important events with traditional rituals.

B1 The priest solemnized the baptism of the newborn baby.

B2 The judge solemnized the oath of office for the newly elected official.

C1 The president solemnized the treaty signing with a formal ceremony.

C2 The religious leader solemnized the funeral service with prayers and hymns.

Examples of solemnize in a Sentence

formal The priest will solemnize the marriage ceremony in the church.

informal They're planning to solemnize their relationship with a small gathering at home.

slang I heard they're gonna solemnize their union at the beach next weekend.

figurative The artist's brushstrokes solemnize the beauty of the landscape in his painting.

Grammatical Forms of solemnize

• past tense: solemnized
• plural: solemnizes
• comparative: more solemnized
• superlative: most solemnized
• present tense: solemnize
• future tense: will solemnize
• perfect tense: have solemnized
• continuous tense: is solemnizing
• singular: solemnize
• positive degree: solemnize
• infinitive: to solemnize
• gerund: solemnizing
• participle: solemnizing

Origin and Evolution of solemnize

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'solemnize' originated from the Latin word 'solemnizare', which comes from 'solemnis' meaning formal or ceremonial.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to the formal observance of religious ceremonies or rituals, the word 'solemnize' has evolved to also mean to conduct or perform with pomp or ceremony, such as solemnizing a marriage.