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Meaning of idolize
The primary meaning of the word "idolize" is to regard someone or something with intense admiration or adoration.
Etymology of idolize
The word "idolize" comes from the noun "idol", which originated from the Old French "idole", derived from the Latin "idolum", and the Greek "εἴδωλον" (eidolon), meaning "image" or "form"
The verb "idolize" emerged in the 17th century, initially meaning "to regard as an idol" and later expanding to include the sense of intense admiration or adoration
Synonyms
worship
adore
revere
venerate
glorify
exalt
deify
canonize
immortalize
lionize
apotheosize
extol
eulogize
praise
laud
commend
applaud
cheer
acclaim
hymn
panegyrize
idolatrize
fawn
dote
gush
rave
enthuse
fantasize
romanticize
idealize
adulate
fete
honor
pay homage
reverence
esteem
respect
look up to
marvel
wonder
gasp
gape
stare
be in awe
be amazed
be impressed
Definitions
- To regard with intense admiration or adoration, often to the point of worshipping or treating as a god
- To have a very high opinion of someone or something, often to the point of being uncritical or unrealistic
Usage Examples
- The fans idolized the rock star, following her every move and hanging on her every word
- She idolized her father, seeking to emulate his strengths and values in her own life
- The team idolized their coach, crediting him with their winning season and championship title