as in to symbolize
disapproving
to treat (someone) as an object rather than as a person
She says beauty pageants objectify women.
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Recent Examples of objectify
Whether beauty pageants — events that, almost by definition, objectify women — should have any role in today’s world is a matter of debate.
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Oscar Holland,
CNN Money,
29 Nov. 2025
We were objectified by most of our producers.
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Olivia B. Waxman,
Time,
3 Oct. 2025
Despite Martel’s intentions, the video was widely viewed as sexist and misogynistic, with many seeing the women as being objectified by the three male artists.
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Matthew Strauss,
Pitchfork,
19 Sep. 2025
In metaphysics, disease is understood to be fears and false beliefs objectified physically.
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Evan Mehlenbacher,
Christian Science Monitor,
10 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for objectify
Oscar Holland,
CNN Money,
29 Nov. 2025
We were objectified by most of our producers.
—
Olivia B. Waxman,
Time,
3 Oct. 2025
Despite Martel’s intentions, the video was widely viewed as sexist and misogynistic, with many seeing the women as being objectified by the three male artists.
—
Matthew Strauss,
Pitchfork,
19 Sep. 2025
In metaphysics, disease is understood to be fears and false beliefs objectified physically.
—
Evan Mehlenbacher,
Christian Science Monitor,
10 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for objectify
Recent Examples of Synonyms for objectify
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The hand on the back symbolizes that bond.
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Critics argued that the message of a White man elevated above both a Native American and an African symbolized racial superiority.
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This effort is still in development but is supposed to be incorporated into a student’s report card.
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To ensure safety during outdoor work, adhere to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)'s recommendations by incorporating regular rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments.
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During the preference sheet meeting, the major difference in Kayley and Genevieve’s attitudes is perfectly illustrated.
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The scale of the fund, and the involvement of multiple international partners, illustrates Abu Dhabi’s ambition to use AI to help diversify its economy, and its credibility as an investor.
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“Objectify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/objectify. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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