alchemize

verb

al·​che·​mize ˈal-kə-ˌmīz How to pronounce alchemize (audio)
alchemized; alchemizing
Synonyms of alchemizenext

transitive verb

: to change by alchemy : transmute

Examples of alchemize in a Sentence

time and fiction writers have alchemized these Wild West thugs into romantic heroes
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This week, Olivia Rodrigo dances her way into her sweetheart’s arms on a standout from You Seem Pretty Sad, New York rockers Interpol offer a first look into their new album, and L’Rain alchemizes distortion and harmony on an avalanche of a track. Rolling Stone, 12 June 2026 At Ruby’s, wonderful things happen when butter and flour alchemize, like the flaky and citrusy outsides and soft insides of the sugar buns, and an array of other French pastries that faithfully lure in crowds every weekend. Ligaya Malones, Travel + Leisure, 2 June 2026 Their profession alchemizes money and labor into art, then back to money. Literary Hub, 19 May 2026 The film is really about alchemizing trauma and overcoming trauma. Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 15 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for alchemize

Word History

Etymology

alchemy + -ize

First Known Use

1594, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of alchemize was in 1594

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“Alchemize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/alchemize. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.

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