What does externalize mean?
Externalize means To make something external or objective..
Externalize
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
To make something external or objective..
Definitions by Sense
- To make something external or objective.
- To represent something abstract or intangible as material; to embody.
- (psychology) To attribute emotions etc to external circumstances; to project.
- (economics) To direct to others, as costs or benefits.
Example Sentences
Offering high-quality software as open-source externalizes benefits to a large community, but also externalizes much of the cost of testing and further development.
Operating a low-cost, high-pollution manufacturing process externalizes costs in the form of adverse human health consequences and ecosystem effects.
Synonyms for externalize
Antonyms for externalize
Related Words
Word Forms
- externalizes
- externalizing
- externalized
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for externalize?
Common synonyms include project, exteriorize, externalise.
What is the opposite of externalize?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use externalize in a sentence?
Offering high-quality software as open-source externalizes benefits to a large community, but also externalizes much of the cost of testing and further development.
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