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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

objectify

/ˌɒbdʒɛktɪˈfaɪ/ verb · British & US
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What does objectify mean?

verb

To attribute human characteristics or behavior to a non-human entity, such as an object or an animal. To treat someone as an object or a thing, rather than as a person.

Example

"The artist's use of objectification in her sculpture sparked controversy among critics."

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