OBJECTIFICATION Synonyms: 31 Similar Words

objectification

noun

Definition of objectification

as in manifestation

a visible representation of something abstract (as a quality) a statue that is often cited as an objectification of the ancient Greeks' notion of beauty

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Recent Examples of objectification Another questioned whether the move contradicted Fox's earlier public comments about objectification. — Danielle Minnetian, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2026 Beyond the ugly-duckling implications and the patent objectification and humiliation of women, the show’s portrayal of plastic surgery itself struck me as dark and sort of sickening. — Jolene Edgar, Allure, 2 Oct. 2026 After all, what is interest without curiosity but objectification? — Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 27 July 2026 But Artisan’s teachings sometimes veer from self-growth mantras to crude jokes and objectification. — Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 27 June 2026 Pointing up the cinematic objectification of women, the work transformed the female body from a passive, sexualized object to an active participant in a public action in which players were forced to reckon with the roles assigned them by a patriarchal society. — News Desk, Artforum, 15 May 2026 On Wednesday, Axios reported new allegations, including that the staffer who was subjected to poetry and dinner invites was uncomfortable with Edwards’ overtures and objectification of her appearance. — Joseph Konig, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026 Again, there’s something here about misogyny and objectification, but Prager never really gains a firm grasp on the theme. — Katie Rife, IndieWire, 18 Mar. 2026 Some questioned whether an NBA team should endorse a strip club and expressed concern over the objectification of women. — Deasia Paige, AJC.com, 17 Mar. 2026

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The store was designed by Storage Milano in partnership with Tommasi Bardelle and is a physical manifestation of the brand.

— Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 19 Oct. 2026
While invisible themselves, these cosmic behemoths reveal their presence by bending the light of nearby objects, and the Black Hole Hunters project is searching for one specific manifestation of this effect.

— Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 18 Oct. 2026

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Aljafari is recognized for his distinctive cinematic practice exploring memory, history, identity and the politics of images.

— Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 26 Oct. 2026
Rather than embrace the provocative image associated with some of her early roles, Portman maintained a more reserved public image.

— Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 26 Oct. 2026

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