as in to glamourize
to represent or think of as better than reality would warrant
he had a tendency to idealize his heroes and believe they could do no wrong
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Recent Examples of idealize
This juxtaposition — between a humiliating, critical father and an adoring, idealizing mother — may have fractured Hitler’s developing sense of self.
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Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
This square can bring spiritual delusions or idealized dreams that need refining.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 29 May 2025
While teaching girls independence, education, and leadership is vital, idealizing a solo life is not ideal for individuals or society.
—Zoltan Istvan, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 May 2025
In general, today’s Republicans idealize the past and favor a slower-moving world.
—Allison Schrager, Twin Cities, 25 May 2025
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Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
This square can bring spiritual delusions or idealized dreams that need refining.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 29 May 2025
While teaching girls independence, education, and leadership is vital, idealizing a solo life is not ideal for individuals or society.
—Zoltan Istvan, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 May 2025
In general, today’s Republicans idealize the past and favor a slower-moving world.
—Allison Schrager, Twin Cities, 25 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for idealize
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What was true about farms is true about the factories and mills that Americans romanticize to this day.—
John Tamny,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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The social norms, peer pressure, romanticizing of alcohol as a balm in times of crisis and celebration, all swirls into a complex challenge for public health leaders.—
Natalie Eilbert,
jsonline.com,
3 July 2025
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The 32-year-old Powell grew up in San Diego idolizing both Kobe Bryant and Dwyane Wade.—
Ivan Carter,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 July 2025
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Sun forward Tina Charles grew up idolizing the Shock dynasty, especially legendary forwards Cheryl Ford and Swin Cash.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
3 July 2025
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In the early 20th century, cigarette smoking was glamorized in Hollywood, normalized by doctors and deeply embedded in American life.—
John Samuels,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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Yet, alcohol is often seen as a rite of passage into adulthood in shows and movies, which glamorize alcohol.—
Markus Lindblad,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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By then, Trump had softened his tariff stance and the markets had rebounded accordingly.—
Kate Plummer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 July 2025
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On the campaign trail, the president spent time courting faith leaders throughout the country, often refusing to soften his language in those venues as well.—
Lalee Ibssa,
ABC News,
14 July 2025
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“Idealize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/idealize. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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