commonize

commonize
a) To make similar two or more differences by way of intentional process.

He attempted to commonize the various standards by ensuring a similar format and implementation.

b) To deprecate the importance of, or make ordinary, a noun or nouns.

She gave each participant a trophy, regardless of win or loss, to commonize the award for winning.


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