How Do You Spell ATTICIZE?

Pronunciation: [ˈatɪsˌa͡ɪz] (IPA)

The word 'Atticize' (/ˈætɪsaɪz/) refers to the act of imitating or adopting the characteristics of the Greek language or culture. The word is derived from the Greek term 'Attikizein', which means to speak in the Attic dialect. The spelling of 'Atticize' follows standard English spelling conventions with no irregularities or silent letters. The word is pronounced with stress on the second syllable and ends with the 'ize' suffix, which indicates the action or process of the verb.

ATTICIZE Meaning and Definition

1. Atticize is a verb that refers to the act of using or imitating the style, language, or mannerisms of ancient Athenians, particularly in a scholarly or literary context. It is derived from the term "Attic," which pertains to the language, customs, or aesthetics associated with ancient Athens, the capital of Attica in ancient Greece.

   When someone "atticizes," they adopt an approach or style that mirrors that of the ancient Athenians. This might involve using classic Attic Greek vocabulary, sentence structures, or rhetorical devices in their writing or speech. Atticizing can also involve adopting the cultural norms, etiquette, or philosophies prevalent in ancient Athens.

   The term "atticize" is commonly used in discussions of classical literature, history, or oratory, where scholars seek to recreate the linguistic and intellectual atmosphere of ancient Athens. Atticizing has been particularly influential in the field of rhetoric, where scholars study ancient Greek speeches and try to replicate their eloquence and persuasiveness through Atticizing techniques.

   Furthermore, Atticization was often employed by non-Athenians seeking to improve their social standing or intellectual reputation by emulating the prestigious Athenians. As such, atticization can sometimes carry connotations of pretentiousness or pedantry.

   In summary, atticize is a verb that describes the act of emulating the style, language, or customs of ancient Athenians, often with a scholarly or literary purpose in mind.

Common Misspellings for ATTICIZE

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• atticie
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• atticisme
• Feticize
• Antimize
• chatticize
• Attilioe
• Aticizm
• cattacize
• catticize
• Atteize

Etymology of ATTICIZE

The word "Atticize" is derived from the term "Attic", which refers to the dialect of Ancient Greek spoken in the region of Attica, the area that includes Athens, the capital city of Greece.

During the Hellenistic period, the Attic dialect became the literary standard and was widely used by scholars and writers. "Atticize" specifically means to imitate the style, syntax, or vocabulary of the Attic dialect, especially when writing in Greek. It can also refer to the act of adopting an elevated, refined, or elegant writing style, reminiscent of Ancient Greek literature.

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Conjugate verb Atticize

CONDITIONAL

I would atticize

you would atticize

he/she/it would atticize

we would atticize

they would atticize

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be atticizing

you would be atticizing

he/she/it would be atticizing

we would be atticizing

they would be atticizing

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have atticize

you would have atticize

he/she/it would have atticize

we would have atticize

they would have atticize

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been atticizing

you would have been atticizing

he/she/it would have been atticizing

we would have been atticizing

they would have been atticizing

FUTURE

I will atticize

you will atticize

he/she/it will atticize

we will atticize

they will atticize

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be atticizing

you will be atticizing

he/she/it will be atticizing

we will be atticizing

they will be atticizing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have atticized

you will have atticized

he/she/it will have atticized

we will have atticized

they will have atticized

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been atticizing

you will have been atticizing

he/she/it will have been atticizing

we will have been atticizing

they will have been atticizing

IMPERATIVE

you atticize

we let´s atticize

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to atticize

PAST

I atticized

you atticized

he/she/it atticized

we atticized

they atticized

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was atticizing

you were atticizing

he/she/it was atticizing

we were atticizing

they were atticizing

PAST PARTICIPLE

atticized

PAST PERFECT

I had atticized

you had atticized

he/she/it had atticized

we had atticized

they had atticized

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been atticizing

you had been atticizing

he/she/it had been atticizing

we had been atticizing

they had been atticizing

PRESENT

I atticize

you atticize

he/she/it atticizes

we atticize

they atticize

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am atticizing

you are atticizing

he/she/it is atticizing

we are atticizing

they are atticizing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

atticizing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have atticized

you have atticized

he/she/it has atticized

we have atticized

they have atticized

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been atticizing

you have been atticizing

he/she/it has been atticizing

we have been atticizing

they have been atticizing