Vocalization — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ˈvō-kə-ˌlīz/ vo·cal·ize

Meaning & Definition of Vocalization

Vocalization (verb)

  1. to give voice to, utter; specifically, sing
  2. to make voiced rather than voiceless, voice
  3. to convert to a vowel

Vocalization (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in verbalization

    similar: verbalization, announcement, declamation, declaration, manifesto, proclamation, pronouncement, communication, message, statement, utterance, word

Related Entry: Vocalize (verb)

Vocalize is a different word from Vocalization. The synonyms below are for vocalize, not for vocalization.

  1. to express (a thought or emotion) in words

    "she's not one to vocalize her worries"

    similar: articulate, bring out, enunciate, pass, say, speak, state, talk, tell, utter, verbalize, put into words
    related: air, discuss, give, look, share, sound, vent, ventilate, voice, blabber, bolt, blurt, get off, shoot, advertise, announce, blaze, broadcast, declare, post, proclaim, promulgate, publicize, publish, affirm, allege, assert, aver, avouch, avow, breathe, chirp, drawl, gasp, lip, mouth, murmur, purr, shout, splutter, spout, whisper, clothe, couch, formulate, formulize, phrase, put, word, comment, pipe up (with), remark, rip (out), snarl
    near: stifle, suppress

  2. to produce musical sounds with the voice

    "spent some time vocalizing before the concert"

    similar: carol, chant, descant, sing
    related: belt, croon, harmonize, hum, lilt, quaver, scat, sharp, slur, trill, troll, warble, yodel, serenade

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Vocalization

The most common words with a similar meaning to Vocalization:

verbalization, announcement, declamation, declaration, manifesto, proclamation, pronouncement, communication, message, statement, utterance, word

Word Forms of Vocalization

Inflections: vocalized, vocalizing

Derived words: vocalization (noun), vocalizer (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Vocalization

First known use: 1669t

Frequently Asked Questions about Vocalization

What does "Vocalization" mean?

"Vocalization" means to give voice to, utter; specifically, sing. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to give voice to, utter; specifically, sing.

What is another word for "Vocalization"?

Other words for "Vocalization" include verbalization, announcement, declamation, declaration, manifesto, proclamation, pronouncement and communication. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Vocalization" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Vocalization"?

There are 12 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Vocalization". Common alternatives include verbalization, announcement, declamation, declaration, manifesto, proclamation, pronouncement, communication, message and statement.

Is "Vocalization" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Vocalization" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Vocalization"?

"Vocalization" is pronounced /ˈvō-kə-ˌlīz/ and divided into syllables as vo·cal·ize.

What is the origin of the word "Vocalization"?

First known use: 1669t.

What is another word for "Vocalization" meaning "as in verbalization"?

When "Vocalization" (noun) means as in verbalization, synonyms include verbalization, announcement, declamation, declaration, manifesto and proclamation.

What are the forms of "Vocalization"?

The word forms of "Vocalization" include vocalized and vocalizing.