VERBALIZE Synonyms: 68 Similar and Opposite Words

verbalize

verb

ˈvər-bə-ˌlīz

Definition of verbalize

as in to say

to express (a thought or emotion) in words couldn't quite verbalize the cause of his mental distress

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Recent Examples of verbalize Northwestern said the device was designed especially for patients who cannot verbalize or otherwise communicate discomfort from stress, such as infants and some elderly patients. — Adam Harrington, CBS News, 14 May 2026 Experts urge parents to look for other signs in addition to verbalizing a hatred of school that may indicate your child is experiencing a problem that needs more serious intervention, like bullying or failing grades. — Melissa Willets, Parents, 10 Mar. 2026 Using think-aloud protocols – a method where participants verbalize their thoughts while performing – our research captures how students interact with generative AI tools during the writing process itself. — Jeanne Beatrix Law, The Conversation, 26 Mar. 2026 Recognizing and verbalizing patterns in behavior. — Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 24 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for verbalize

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Sources told Rolling Stone that Stevie Nicks, a longtime friend of Swift, will be present at the ceremony — and another said that the singer-songwriter would perform on the special day.

— Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026
In a press release, Bonta reiterated his commitment to combating hate in California, and said the data obtained are accessible and critical to stopping such crimes in the state.

— Jazmin Alvarado, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026

Definition of say

Verb

Throughout the entire event, Dylan’s name was never uttered once.

— Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 30 June 2026
All season, Shamea and Porsha have circled each other, barely uttering a direct word, but the tensions seep to the rest of the group, trickling into every interaction.

— Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 29 June 2026

Definition of utter

Verb

During Murdaugh’s first status hearing on Monday, June 29, Judge Debra McCaslin did not rule on the DNA evidence, telling defense attorneys to clarify if the sample was viable.

— Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026
My parents tell stories about me sleeping through loud construction, alarms, and heavy knocks on my bedroom door.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 July 2026

Definition of tell

Verb

Before assuming the new borrowing limits apply to you, talk with your financial aid office.

— Scott White, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Above, her mother’s brother, Abdullahi Mohamed, cradled a cup of tea in his hands and talked to her parents about their Central Avenue community, the news of the day and the global events that dominated the early 2000s.

— Julia Coin Updated July 2, Charlotte Observer, 2 July 2026

Definition of talk

Verb

Security camera footage from a nearby residence showed the Durango parked in a driveway when three suspects approached the vehicle’s driver’s side and spoke engaged with Mitchell, the probable cause statement said.

— Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 7 July 2026
Just a few days later, Navratilova spoke by phone about the film, the friendship and their cancer battles.

— Stuart Miller, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026

Definition of speak

Verb

In other news, NATO leaders are meeting this week and officials are expected to discuss security in the Strait of Hormuz.

— Xiaoqian Lin, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
While discussing the vows with her cohosts, George Stephanopoulos and Michael Strahan, Roberts added that Swift and Kelce's neighbors and high school friends were also among the attendees.

— Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 6 July 2026

Definition of discuss

Verb

The gateway earns its place where an integration is shared, permissioned, observable or reused across many agents, and buyers should be honest about how much of their tool access clears that bar.

— Janakiram MSV, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
Corlys, one of few characters on the show who has survived long enough to ask for a favor in return for his service, shares his plan with Rhaenyra, asking her earnestly for public support from the crown.

— Zoe Papelis, Vulture, 6 July 2026

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