Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

exoticize

verb

/ɪɡˈzɒtɪˌsaɪz/

Definition

To make something seem exotic or more appealing by emphasizing unusual or foreign qualities.

Examples

The movie tended to exoticize the local traditions, presenting them as more vibrant than they are in everyday life.
Travel brochures often exoticize destinations to attract tourists.
When artists exoticize their subjects, they may overlook the complexity of their reality.

Meaning

Exoticizing involves presenting an object, culture, or concept in a way that highlights its romantic or mysterious attributes, often in a manner that separates it from its original context.