Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

glorify

verb
/ˈɡlɔː.rɪ.faɪ/
Definition
To praise or honor someone or something highly, often in an exaggerated manner.
Examples
  • She wanted to glorify her achievements through the speech.
  • The movie tends to glorify war, portraying it as glamorous.
  • Many songs glorify love and relationships.
Meaning
To make something seem better than it actually is or to celebrate it in a way that elevates its importance.
Synonyms
  • honor
  • exalt
  • celebrate
  • magnify
  • worship