How Do You Spell MONGRELIZE?

Pronunciation: [mˈɒŋɡɹə͡lˌa͡ɪz] (IPA)

The word "mongrelize" is spelled with a combination of letters that may cause confusion for non-native English speakers. It is pronounced as /ˈmʌŋɡrəlaɪz/, with the stress on the first syllable. The root word "mongrel" refers to a mixed breed, and adding the suffix "-ize" turns it into a verb meaning to mix or blend. The spelling may seem irregular because of the silent "e" at the end, but this is a common feature in English words with the suffix "-ize".

MONGRELIZE Meaning and Definition

1. Mongrelize is a verb that is derived from the noun "mongrel," which refers to an animal, specifically a dog, of mixed or diverse breed or ancestry. When used as a verb, "mongrelize" denotes the process of causing or promoting mixing or hybridization, particularly in relation to racial or ethnic groups.

   The term is predominantly used in a derogatory or offensive manner, often suggesting a negative view towards interracial relationships or the blending of cultures. It implies the degradation or dilution of a particular race or lineage by the mixing of different racial or ethnic backgrounds. However, its usage is considered highly inappropriate, offensive, and rooted in discriminatory beliefs.

   In contemporary discourses, the use of "mongrelize" is widely condemned as it perpetuates harmful ideologies of racial purity, segregation, and superiority. It runs contrary to principles of diversity, inclusivity, and equality. Recognizing the inherent worth and dignity of all individuals and respecting the diverse backgrounds that contribute to societal richness are the ideals emphasized in modern discussions on race and culture.

   To maintain respectful and inclusive language, it is crucial to avoid using words like "mongrelize," which reinforce harmful biases and discrimination. Instead, respectful and inclusive language aims to celebrate diversity and promote unity by acknowledging the inherent value of all individuals, irrespective of their racial or ethnic backgrounds.

Common Misspellings for MONGRELIZE

• nongrelize
• kongrelize
• jongrelize
• mingrelize
• mkngrelize
• mlngrelize
• mpngrelize
• m0ngrelize
• m9ngrelize
• mobgrelize
• momgrelize
• mojgrelize
• mohgrelize
• monfrelize
• monvrelize
• monbrelize
• monhrelize
• monyrelize
• montrelize
• mongerlize

Etymology of MONGRELIZE

The word "mongrelize" is formed from the combination of the noun "mongrel" and the suffix "-ize".

The noun "mongrel" originates from the Middle English word "mongerel", which means "mixed breed" or "bastard". It can be traced back to the Old English word "gemang", meaning "mixture" or "mingling". The term "mongrel" was initially used to describe mixed-breed dogs but gradually extended to refer to any mixed or hybrid things.

The suffix "-ize" in English is derived from the Greek suffix "-izein", which signifies the act or process of making or becoming something. It is commonly used to form verbs from nouns or adjectives, indicating the transformation or action associated with the base word.

Similar spelling words for MONGRELIZE

• mongrelise,
• mongrel.

Conjugate verb Mongrelize

CONDITIONAL

I would mongrelize

you would mongrelize

he/she/it would mongrelize

we would mongrelize

they would mongrelize

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be mongrelizing

you would be mongrelizing

he/she/it would be mongrelizing

we would be mongrelizing

they would be mongrelizing

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have mongrelize

you would have mongrelize

he/she/it would have mongrelize

we would have mongrelize

they would have mongrelize

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been mongrelizing

you would have been mongrelizing

he/she/it would have been mongrelizing

we would have been mongrelizing

they would have been mongrelizing

FUTURE

I will mongrelize

you will mongrelize

he/she/it will mongrelize

we will mongrelize

they will mongrelize

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be mongrelizing

you will be mongrelizing

he/she/it will be mongrelizing

we will be mongrelizing

they will be mongrelizing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have mongrelized

you will have mongrelized

he/she/it will have mongrelized

we will have mongrelized

they will have mongrelized

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been mongrelizing

you will have been mongrelizing

he/she/it will have been mongrelizing

we will have been mongrelizing

they will have been mongrelizing

IMPERATIVE

you mongrelize

we let´s mongrelize

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to mongrelize

PAST

I mongrelized

you mongrelized

he/she/it mongrelized

we mongrelized

they mongrelized

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was mongrelizing

you were mongrelizing

he/she/it was mongrelizing

we were mongrelizing

they were mongrelizing

PAST PARTICIPLE

mongrelized

PAST PERFECT

I had mongrelized

you had mongrelized

he/she/it had mongrelized

we had mongrelized

they had mongrelized

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been mongrelizing

you had been mongrelizing

he/she/it had been mongrelizing

we had been mongrelizing

they had been mongrelizing

PRESENT

I mongrelize

you mongrelize

he/she/it mongrelizes

we mongrelize

they mongrelize

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am mongrelizing

you are mongrelizing

he/she/it is mongrelizing

we are mongrelizing

they are mongrelizing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

mongrelizing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have mongrelized

you have mongrelized

he/she/it has mongrelized

we have mongrelized

they have mongrelized

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been mongrelizing

you have been mongrelizing

he/she/it has been mongrelizing

we have been mongrelizing

they have been mongrelizing