Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lionize
verb
/ˈlaɪ.ə.naɪz/
Definition
To treat someone as a celebrity or to give them a lot of attention and praise.
Examples
- The media tends to lionize athletes after they achieve great success.
- Many young artists are lionized in social media circles for their unique talents.
Meaning
When someone is lionized, they are celebrated and given excessive admiration, often more than what may be warranted.
Synonyms
- celebrate
- extol
- pamper
- fawn over
- idolize
