ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Fictionalization

/ˌfɪk.ʃən.əl.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/ · noun

Meaning

The act of fictionalizing..

Definitions by Sense

  1. The act of fictionalizing.
  2. Something fictionalized.

Example Sentences

Remembering is an act of re-creation and therefore subject to distortion and fictionalization: 'real' memories become tales, and tales become 'memories'.
Near-synonym: faction

Word Forms

Synonyms for fictionalization

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When Should You Use Fictionalization?

Use fictionalization when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does fictionalization mean?

Fictionalization means The act of fictionalizing..

What is a synonym for fictionalization?

Common synonyms include faction, fabrication, fictionalisation.

What is the opposite of fictionalization?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use fictionalization in a sentence?

Remembering is an act of re-creation and therefore subject to distortion and fictionalization: 'real' memories become tales, and tales become 'memories'.

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