professionalize Meaning & Definition
Phonetic codes: P R AH0 F EH1 SH AH0 N AH0 L AY0 Z
What Does Professionalize Mean?
Professionalize is a verb that means To make something professional. It is also used to mean To advance an occupation to the level of a profession.
Word Facts for Professionalize
| Part of speech | verb |
|---|---|
| Antonyms | deprofessionalize and unprofessionalize |
| Verb forms | professionalizes, professionalizing, professionalized |
Professionalize Definition (Verb)
- To make something professional.
- To advance an occupation to the level of a profession.
Synonyms of Professionalize
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Professionalize synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Professionalize
Professionalize in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
professionalize (third-person singular simple present professionalizes, present participle professionalizing, simple past and past participle professionalized)
Words That Rhyme With Professionalize
Origin of Professionalize
From professional + -ize.
Quick Answers About Professionalize
What part of speech is professionalize?
Professionalize is a verb.
What is the opposite of professionalize?
The opposite of professionalize can be expressed with words like deprofessionalize and unprofessionalize.
What is the past tense of professionalize?
The past tense of professionalize is professionalized. The present participle is professionalizing.