vitriolize

[ vi-tree-uh-lahyz ]

verb (used with object)

, vit·ri·ol·ized, vit·ri·ol·iz·ing.

1. to treat with or change into vitriol.
2. to injure or burn with sulfuric acid.

vitriolize

/ ˈvɪtrɪəˌlaɪz /

verb

1. to convert into or treat with vitriol
2. to burn or injure with vitriol

Derived Forms

• ˌvitrioliˈzation, noun

Other Words From

• vitri·ol·i·zation noun
• un·vitri·ol·ized adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of vitriolize¹

First recorded in 1685–95; vitriol + -ize