solemnise
Translation
to solemnize, to perform a ceremony
Examples
The couple wanted to solemnise their marriage in a church.
The couple wanted to solemnize their marriage in a church.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to perform (a ceremony) formally The couple wanted to solemnize their marriage in a church.
Similar Words
Synonyms: perform, celebrate, officiate
Etymology
From 'solemn' + the verb-forming suffix '-ize'. (Note: UK spelling is -ise).
Memory Tips
To make something 'solemn'. The '-ize' suffix often means 'to make' or 'to become'.