Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

idealise

Verb

/ˈaɪ.dɪ.ə.laɪz/

Definition

To regard or represent something as perfect or better than it actually is.

Examples

She tends to idealise her childhood memories, forgetting the struggles they faced.
In his stories, he idealises the heroes, making them appear flawless.
Many people idealise love, believing it to be without conflict or difficulty.

Meaning

The term ‘idealise’ refers to the act of envisioning or portraying something in an ideal or perfect form, often overlooking its flaws or imperfections.