How Do You Spell DENAZIFIES?

Pronunciation: [dɛnˈazɪfˌa͡ɪz] (IPA)

Denazifies is spelled with the prefix "de-" which means to remove, the root word "Nazi" and the suffix "-fies" which means to make. The IPA phonetic transcription of this word is /diːˈnaːsɪfaɪz/. The first syllable "de-" is pronounced as "diː" and the second syllable "na" has the long vowel sound of "aː". The final syllable "-fies" is pronounced as "faɪz" with the stress on the second syllable. This word means to rid or remove something of its Nazi influence or ideology.

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DENAZIFIES Meaning and Definition

  1. "Denazifies" is a verb derived from the noun "denazification," and it refers to the process of eliminating or eradicating Nazism or Nazi influence from societies, organizations, institutions, or individuals. The term became particularly relevant after World War II when efforts were made to purge Nazi ideology, supporters, and remnants of the Nazi regime from Germany and other countries under Nazi occupation.

    Denazification involved various measures such as the identification and removal of high-ranking Nazis from positions of power, dismantling Nazi organizations, eliminating Nazi symbols and propaganda, promoting democratic principles, and establishing legal mechanisms to hold war criminals accountable. It aimed to undo the pervasive and destructive influence of Nazism, ensuring that its remnants would not continue to foster hatred, discrimination, or prejudice.

    On an individual level, denazification sought to rehabilitate former Nazis by compelling them to confront and acknowledge their role in the Nazi regime, renounce Nazi ideology, and demonstrate a commitment to abide by democratic principles. Rehabilitation methods included reeducation programs, counseling, and reintegration into society.

    The concept of denazification extended beyond Germany and affected other countries that had experienced Nazi occupation or collaboration during World War II. The process was complex, with varying degrees of success and controversy. While denazification was primarily conducted in the post-war period, discussions on residual Nazi influence and how to effectively eradicate it have continued throughout history, highlighting its significance in combating extremism and promoting tolerance.

Etymology of DENAZIFIES

The word "denazifies" is derived from the combination of two components: "de-" and "Nazify".

1. "De-" is a prefix of Latin origin commonly used in English language words. It typically indicates a reversal, removal, negation, or separation. In this case, "de-" suggests the undoing or reversal of the action or process indicated by the second component.

2. "Nazify" refers to the process of adopting or instilling the principles, ideology, or practices associated with the National Socialist German Workers' Party (Nazism), which was the ruling political party in Germany during the period of Adolf Hitler's dictatorship. The word "Nazify" itself was derived from "Nazi", which is a shortened form of "Nationalsozialist" (German for National Socialist).

Conjugate verb Denazifies

CONDITIONAL

I would denazifies
you would denazifies
he/she/it would denazifies
we would denazifies
they would denazifies

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be denazifying
you would be denazifying
he/she/it would be denazifying
we would be denazifying
they would be denazifying

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have denazifies
you would have denazifies
he/she/it would have denazifies
we would have denazifies
they would have denazifies

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been denazifying
you would have been denazifying
he/she/it would have been denazifying
we would have been denazifying
they would have been denazifying

FUTURE

I will denazify
you will denazify
he/she/it will denazify
we will denazify
they will denazify

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be denazifying
you will be denazifying
he/she/it will be denazifying
we will be denazifying
they will be denazifying

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have denazified
you will have denazified
he/she/it will have denazified
we will have denazified
they will have denazified

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been denazifying
you will have been denazifying
he/she/it will have been denazifying
we will have been denazifying
they will have been denazifying

IMPERATIVE

you denazify
we let´s denazify

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to denazify

PAST

I denazified
you denazified
he/she/it denazified
we denazified
they denazified

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was denazifying
you were denazifying
he/she/it was denazifying
we were denazifying
they were denazifying

PAST PARTICIPLE

denazified

PAST PERFECT

I had denazified
you had denazified
he/she/it had denazified
we had denazified
they had denazified

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been denazifying
you had been denazifying
he/she/it had been denazifying
we had been denazifying
they had been denazifying

PRESENT

I denazify
you denazify
he/she/it denazifies
we denazify
they denazify

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am denazifying
you are denazifying
he/she/it is denazifying
we are denazifying
they are denazifying

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

denazifying

PRESENT PERFECT

I have denazified
you have denazified
he/she/it has denazified
we have denazified
they have denazified

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been denazifying
you have been denazifying
he/she/it has been denazifying
we have been denazifying
they have been denazifying