How to Pronounce "objectify"
word
əbˈdʒɛktɪˌfaɪ
ub-JEK-ti-fy
ɒbdʒˈɛktɪfˌaɪ
ob-JEK-tif-eye
Definition
To treat or see a person as a thing or object rather than as a human with feelings and rights, often by ignoring their personality or dignity.
IPA Transcription
American English
əbˈdʒɛktɪˌfaɪ
British English
ɒbdʒˈɛktɪfˌaɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ub-JEK-ti-fy
UK
ob-JEK-tif-eye
Listen in Context
It is wrong to objectify people in advertising.
Some movies objectify women.
Do not objectify your classmates.
Many people feel that social media tends to objectify users by focusing only on appearances.