normalize
verb
nor·mal·ize
ˈnȯr-mə-ˌlīz 
normalized; normalizing; normalizes
1
: to make (something) conform to or reduce (something) to a norm or standard
… a standard written language that by 1776 had become normalized in grammar, spelling, and pronunciation.—
E. D. Hirsch, Jr.
E. D. Hirsch, Jr.2
mathematics
: to make (something) normal (as by a transformation of variables)
3
: to bring or restore to a normal condition
normalize relations between two countries
… soluble fibers that help to normalize blood sugar.—Jane E. Brody
Jane E. Brody4
: to allow or encourage (something considered extreme or taboo) to become viewed as normal
Let's normalize real talk around mental health.—Cynthia Fowler
Cynthia Fowler… helping to normalize bullying and negative behaviors as acceptable forms of interaction …—Helena Duch
Helena DuchMothers around the world are still fighting to normalize breastfeeding in public.—Angela Andaloro
Angela AndaloroExamples of normalize in a Sentence
The drug normalizes heart function.
The talks are aimed at normalizing relations between the countries.
It took years for the political situation in the country to normalize.
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—Russel Honoré, Newsweek, 5 Mar. 2025
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Melissa Willets, Parents, 10 Mar. 2025
By normalizing debate and discussion, leaders prevent groupthink and improve decision quality.
—Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
Workplace burnout has been normalized for far too long—it is worn like a badge of honor, a symbol of dedication, and a sign of resilience.
—Jasmine Browley, Essence, 9 Mar. 2025
What To Know In 2020, the Abraham Accords saw Israel under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu normalize relations with the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Morocco.
—Russel Honoré, Newsweek, 5 Mar. 2025
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“Normalize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/normalize. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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normalize
transitive verb
nor·mal·ize
variants
or British normalise
normalized or British normalised; normalizing or British normalising
: to make conform to or reduce to a norm or standard
normalize blood pressure
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