Conventionalizes

/kənˈvɛnʃənəlaɪzɪz/ verb

Definition

Third person singular present tense: makes something conventional or brings it into conformity with established norms.

Etymology

From 'conventionalize' + '-s' (third person singular marker). Standard English verb conjugation.

Kelly Says

Fashion magazines conventionalize the extraordinary by making couture accessible, which is why last year's shocking runway look becomes this year's normal store clothes.

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