English Explanatory Dictionary

idolize

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To make an idol of, or to worship as an idol.
  2. To adore excessively; to revere immoderately.

Pronunciation

/ˈaɪdəlaɪz/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-idolize.wav

Word forms

idolize idolizes idolizing idolized idolise

Etymology

From idol + -ize.

Synonyms

exalt magnify venerate worthy aggrandize applaud enthrone appraise belaud bepraise commend cry up eulogize extol glorify honor idolize laud lionize panegyrize praise puff revere speak well of transfigure esteem lay store by look up to prize hallow put store by put store in rate regard respect set store by value

Derived words

de-idolize deidolize idolization idolizer idolizingly unidolized
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