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Term: reified

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Reified is a term used in philosophy and social sciences to describe the process of turning something abstract into a concrete or tangible form, making it easier to understand or analyze. It refers to the transformation of abstract ideas, concepts, or beliefs into physical objects or entities.

Sample Sentences:

1. The artist reified her emotions by creating a powerful visualization of her inner struggles.
2. In his novel, the author reified the concept of love through the portrayal of a deep, unconditional bond between the two main characters.
3. In some cultures, mythological creatures are reified to symbolize different aspects of human nature.
4. In the field of sociology, researchers often struggle with reifying complex social phenomena into easily measurable variables.

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