Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
idealize
verb
/ˈaɪ.dɪə.laɪz/
Definition
To regard or represent something as perfect or better than it really is.
Examples
- Many people tend to idealize their childhood memories.
- It’s easy to idealize famous figures without acknowledging their human flaws.
- In art, some artists idealize nature to convey beauty.
Meaning
Idealizing involves seeing someone or something in an overly positive light, often overlooking flaws or imperfections.
Synonyms
- Anthropomorphize
- Romanticize
- Exaggerate
- Glorify
- Beautify
