verb
- to make Italian in character, style, or form; to adopt or imitate Italian customs, language, or artistic traditions
Usage: third-person singular present tense or plural form of 'italianate'; often used in historical or cultural contexts
Examples
- The architect italianates the building's façade with Renaissance-inspired columns and arches.
- She italianates her cooking by incorporating traditional Italian techniques and ingredients.
- The composer italianates the musical score with operatic flourishes and melodic passages.
- During the Renaissance, many European courts italianated their artistic practices.
- He italianates his wardrobe with tailored suits and classic Italian fashion elements.