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Platonize

verb Pla·to·nize \ ˈplā-tə-ˌnīz \

Definition of Platonize

Platonized; Platonizing
intransitive verb
: to adopt, imitate, or conform to Platonic opinions
transitive verb
: to explain in accordance with or adapt to Platonic doctrines; especially : idealize

First Known Use of platonize

1577

in the meaning defined at intransitive sense

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