commercialized
Translation
commercialised
Examples
Christmas has become too commercialized.
Christmas has become too commercialised.
It's a commercialized version of the original festival.
It's a commercialised version of the original festival.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) is commercialised (noun) is managed or exploited to make a profit. Christmas has become too commercialised.
Similar Words
Synonyms: marketed, monetized; Antonyms: non-commercial, authentic
Etymology
From 'commerce' + '-ize' (to make) + '-ed' (adjective ending). Made into a product for financial gain.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'commercial' on TV. It's designed to sell something. This word applies that idea to events or culture.