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What British words end in ize?

There aren't many common British words that end in "-ize". The "-ize" suffix is more prevalent in American English.

Here are a few examples of British words ending in "-ize" but are often used in other English variations:

* Realise (to understand)

* Analyse (to examine something in detail)

* Organise (to plan or arrange something)

* Memorise (to learn something by heart)

* Visualise (to form a mental picture of something)

It's worth noting that some words are spelt with "-ise" in British English but "-ize" in American English (e.g., "realize" vs. "realise").

If you're looking for British words ending in "-ise", there are a few examples:

* Franchise (a business that is owned and run by an individual but is part of a larger chain)

* Premise (a statement that is accepted as being true)

* Paradise (a place where everything is perfect)

* Surmise (to guess or suppose something)

* Enterprise (a project or undertaking, especially one that is difficult or risky)

Ultimately, the best way to determine which spelling is correct for a particular word is to consult a reliable dictionary.

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