1. to make Italian in character, style, or form; to adopt or adapt Italian customs, language, or culture
Usage: third-person singular present tense of 'italianize'; often used in historical or cultural contexts

Examples

• The composer italianizes the melody by adding operatic flourishes.
• Over time, the immigrant community italianizes its traditions while maintaining its heritage.
• The architect italianizes the building's facade with Renaissance elements.
• She italianizes her cooking by incorporating more pasta and olive oil into her recipes.
• The fashion designer italianizes the collection with classic Mediterranean influences.