1. to give an archaic appearance or character to something; to make something seem old-fashioned or from an earlier time
Usage: often used in writing, art, or design
2. to use archaic words, expressions, or styles in speech or writing
Usage: literary or stylistic technique

Examples

• The author chose to archaize his dialogue to match the medieval setting.
• She decided to archaize the building’s facade with Gothic details.
• The poet tends to archaize his verse with old English forms.
• The designer will archaize the furniture to create a vintage look.
• He deliberately archaized his speech for the historical reenactment.
• The translator chose not to archaize the ancient text for modern readers.