orientalize

[US]/ˈɔːrɪənˌtaɪz/
[UK]/ˈɔːrɪənˌtaɪz/

Translation

v.to make something oriental in character; to give something oriental characteristics; to become accustomed to oriental customs

Phrases & Collocations

orientalize culture

orientalize art

orientalize identity

orientalize perspective

orientalize imagery

orientalize narrative

orientalize aesthetics

orientalize themes

orientalize motifs

orientalize representation

Example Sentences

many artists tend to orientalize their work to attract a broader audience.

it is important not to orientalize cultures without understanding their complexities.

critics argue that the film orientalizes its characters in a stereotypical way.

some fashion designers choose to orientalize their collections for inspiration.

books that orientalize the east often miss the essence of its cultures.

to orientalize a subject can lead to misinterpretations and misunderstandings.

artists should be cautious not to orientalize their subjects superficially.

the exhibition was criticized for attempting to orientalize traditional artifacts.

some scholars argue that we should not orientalize historical figures.

to orientalize art can sometimes obscure its true meaning and context.

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