KITSCHIFY Meaning and
Definition
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Kitschify is a verb that refers to the act or process of transforming something, typically an object or a space, into kitsch or imbuing it with kitsch qualities. Kitsch, often associated with tackiness or low-quality taste, is characterized by overly sentimental, clichéd, or pretentious elements that are designed to appeal to popular taste or sentimentality. Thus, when something is kitschified, it means that it is intentionally or unintentionally modified or decorated in a manner that aligns with kitsch aesthetics.
The term "kitschify" can be used to describe the deliberate alteration or adornment of an item to make it more kitschy, thereby accentuating its perceived campiness or nostalgia. For example, one might kitschify a living room by adding gaudy, brightly colored decorations, tacky ornaments, and kitschy knick-knacks to create an intentionally kitsch ambiance.
Conversely, "kitschify" can also refer to unintentional changes or modifications that result in an object or space becoming kitschy. This may occur when individuals decorate their homes or dress themselves with an excessive amount of ornamental, sentimental, or outdated objects or clothing, thereby unintentionally creating a kitsch aesthetic.
Overall, the term "kitschify" encapsulates the process of transforming something into kitsch, whether that transformation is intentionally pursued or accidentally achieved through the addition of certain elements or design choices.
Etymology of KITSCHIFY
The word "kitschify" is a relatively new term that combines the word "kitsch" with the suffix "-ify".
The word "kitsch" originated in German around the 1920s, derived from the verb "verkitschen", which means "to make cheap" or "to sell cheaply". It initially referred to low-quality or tacky art, decorative objects, or merchandise intended for mass consumption. "Kitsch" became popularized in English in the 1950s to describe art, objects, or concepts that display excessive sentimentality, pretentiousness, or garishness.
The suffix "-ify" comes from the Latin verb suffix "-ficare", which means "to make" or "to cause". It is often used in English to indicate the action of making something or causing something to become a certain way.
Conjugate verb Kitschify
CONDITIONAL
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CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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FUTURE
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FUTURE CONTINUOUS
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FUTURE PERFECT
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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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IMPERATIVE
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PAST
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PAST CONTINUOUS
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PAST PARTICIPLE
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PAST PERFECT
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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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PRESENT
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PRESENT CONTINUOUS
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PRESENT PARTICIPLE
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PRESENT PERFECT
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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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