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externalized

Pronunciation: [ɪkˈstɜrnəlˌaɪzd]

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Learn how to use externalized in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “psychology”

(verb) to show or express feelings, thoughts, or ideas outside of yourself. It means taking what is inside of you and making it visible or known to others. If someone talks about their emotions or draws a picture of their dreams, they are externalizing their inner thoughts.

Example

She externalized her feelings by writing in her journal, which helped her understand them better.

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He kept all his worries inside and didn't externalize them, making it hard for him to feel relaxed.

Example

How can you externalize your thoughts in a way that others can understand?

Context: “sociology”

(verb) to make beliefs or cultural expressions visible in the world. This means showing out loud what you think or feel about your community or society. For example, when people share their traditions or stories, they are externalizing their culture.

Example

The artist externalized her cultural identity through her beautiful paintings displayed in the gallery.

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He failed to externalize his culture, so others didn't understand the richness of his background.

Example

How do we externalize our traditions during community events?

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Pronunciation: [ɪkˈstɜrnəlˌaɪzd]

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