Immortalize

/ɪˈmɔːrtəlaɪz/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To make someone or something famous for eternity; to preserve someone's memory or accomplishments in a way that they are never forgotten.

Shakespeare sought to immortalize his characters through timeless literature.

To commemorate or make permanent the memory of someone or something.

The statue was erected to immortalize the contributions of the town's founding fathers.

To create a lasting legacy or impact that is remembered beyond one's lifetime.

She hoped to immortalize her research findings in a groundbreaking publication.

From Latin 'immortalizāre', derived from 'immortalis' meaning 'not subject to death'.

immortalize in history

To make something known and remembered forever in historical context.

immortalize one's name

To make one's name famous for future generations.

immortalize an event

To commemorate or preserve the memory of an event in a lasting way.

immortal

Not subject to death; living forever.

mortality

The state of being subject to death.

To make something legendary or iconic.

That performance immortalized the artist as a music legend.

To capture and ensure a moment's lasting fame.

The viral video immortalized their goofy dance moves.