NYT Dictionary

FIXATE

/ˈfɪkseɪt/
VerbFIX-atefix-ate · 2 syllablesGrade 7

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2021, 2023, 2026

Meaning

To make something fixed and stable; to fix.

Etymology

Origin: Latin

From fix + -ate (verb-forming suffix) or Latin fixus (“fixed, solid”) + -ate.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

fixconcentratefastenfocusputrivet

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles:

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