externalization

ex·ter·nal·i·za·tion

noun \ek-ˌstər-nə-lə-ˈzā-shən\

Definition of EXTERNALIZATION

1

a : the action or process of externalizing b : the quality or state of being externalized

2

: something externalized : embodiment

Examples of EXTERNALIZATION

1. <bizarre paintings that are the externalization of a very troubled psyche>

First Known Use of EXTERNALIZATION

1803

Related to EXTERNALIZATION

Synonyms: abstract, avatar, embodier, epitome, embodiment, genius, icon (also ikon), image, incarnation, incorporation, instantiation, manifestation, objectification, personification, personifier

Related Words: actualization, concretization, exemplification, personalization, realization, substantiation; essence, quintessence, soul; archetype, exemplar, model, paradigm, pattern; reincarnation

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Rhymes with EXTERNALIZATION

characterization, circumnavigation, commercialization, criminalization, cross-examination, de-Stalinization, decentralization, declassification, decontamination, dehumanization, demystification, deterioration, differentiation, disassociation, disorientation, disorganization, disqualification, diversification, electrification, excommunication, exemplification, experimentation, extemporization, generalization, homogenization, hospitalization, hyperventilation, idealization, identification, indemnification, indetermination, indiscrimination, individuation, insubordination, intensification, intermediation, italicization, masculinization, megacorporation, militarization, miniaturization, misappropriation, miscommunication, misinterpretation, misrepresentation, monopolization, nonproliferation, overcompensation, overpopulation, personification, popularization, predetermination, ratiocination, rationalization, recapitulation, reconciliation, reconsideration, rehabilitation, reinterpretation, reorganization, revitalization, secularization, solidification, tintinnabulation, transubstantiation, underestimation, undervaluation, visualization