hollywoodize

hollywoodize
\\-ˌdīz\ transitive verb (-ed/-ing/-s)
Usage: often capitalized
: to make (as an author or his writings) conform to standards set up by the American motion-picture industry

does not believe that the author can be completely Hollywoodized — A.A.VanDuym

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Hollˈywoodize or Hollˈywoodise transitive verb
To refurbish or trivialize in the Hollywood manner
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Main Entry: ↑Hollywood

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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  • Hollywoodize — verb To adapt to the norms and ideals of Hollywood; to make glitzy, superficial, thrilling, etc …   Wiktionary

  • Hollywoodize — 1. To take a classic story or a story of high regard and exploit it for money making purposes. 2. To make a sequel to a successful film while disregarding quality and taste. City of Angels is a Hollywoodized version of Wim Wenders classic Wings… …   Dictionary of american slang

  • Hollywoodize — 1. To take a classic story or a story of high regard and exploit it for money making purposes. 2. To make a sequel to a successful film while disregarding quality and taste. City of Angels is a Hollywoodized version of Wim Wenders classic Wings… …   Dictionary of american slang

  • hollywoodize — hol·ly·wood·ize …   English syllables

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