-ify

20 words

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   signifyverb/ˈsɪɡnɪfaɪ/

   to show or be a sign of something; to mean

   “A high temperature can signify an infection.”

2. 2

   rectifyverb/ˈrektɪfaɪ/

   to correct something or make it right

   “The engineers worked quickly to rectify the fault.”

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   notifyverb/ˈnəʊtɪfaɪ/

   to formally tell someone about something

   “Please notify the reception when you arrive.”

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   certifyverb/ˈsɜːtɪfaɪ/

   to officially state that something is true or meets a standard

   “The mechanic certified the car as roadworthy.”

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   codifyverb/ˈkəʊdɪfaɪ/

   to arrange laws or rules into a systematic code

   “The committee aims to codify the unwritten workplace rules.”

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   personifyverb/pəˈsɒnɪfaɪ/

   to represent a quality or idea as a person; to be a perfect example of something

   “She personifies kindness in everything she does.”

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   exemplifyverb/ɪɡˈzemplɪfaɪ/

   to give a typical example that illustrates or represents something

   “To make her point convincing, she exemplified it with a real-life study.”

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   nullifyverb/ˈnʌlɪfaɪ/

   to make something legally invalid or without effect

   “The court nullified the clause because it was unconstitutional.”

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   objectifyverb/əbˈdʒektɪfaɪ/

   to treat a person as an object rather than as a human being with feelings

   “Many critics say advertising often objectifies women.”

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    ratifyverb/ˈrætɪfaɪ/

    to formally approve or confirm a treaty, agreement, or law, often by a legislative body

    “Several countries have yet to ratify the climate accord.”

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    amplifyverb/ˈæmplɪfaɪ/

    to increase the strength, size, or intensity of something; or make something more noticeable

    “Media coverage can amplify public concern about health risks.”

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    terrifyverb/ˈterɪfaɪ/

    to cause someone to feel extreme fear

    “The loud crash terrified the children.”

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    testifyverb/ˈtɛstɪfaɪ/

    to give evidence as a witness, especially speaking under oath in court

    “Several witnesses testified that they saw the defendant at the scene.”

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    fortifyverb/ˈfɔːtɪfaɪ/

    to make something stronger or to add nutrients to food to improve health

    “Many governments fortify staple foods with vitamins to reduce deficiencies.”

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    solidifyverb/səˈlɪdɪfaɪ/

    to make something more definite, strong, or united; or to make something become solid

    “The agreement helped solidify cooperation between the two countries.”

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    pacifyverb/ˈpæsɪfaɪ/

    to calm someone who is angry or to bring peace to a place by reducing unrest or violence

    “The authorities tried to pacify the protesters by promising a public inquiry.”

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    glorifyverb/ˈɡlɔːrɪfaɪ/

    to praise or honor something or someone, often excessively or ignoring negative aspects

    “The film was criticised for glorifying violence.”

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    beautifyverb/ˈbjuːtɪfaɪ/

    to make something more attractive or pleasant to look at

    “The council plans to beautify the waterfront with gardens and benches.”

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    horrifyverb/ˈhɒrɪfaɪ/

    to cause someone to feel shock and disgust; to horrify

    “The violent images in the documentary horrified viewers.”

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    edifyverb/ˈɛdɪfaɪ/

    to instruct or improve someone morally or intellectually

    “The lecture was intended to edify young students about civic responsibility.”