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idolize
What does idolize mean?
idolize (verb): to adore excessively; to revere immoderately.
Definition: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
How do you use idolize in a sentence?
- Many young fans idolize pop stars. (Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0)
- She was idolized by her students. (Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0)
How do you pronounce idolize?
/ˈaɪdəˌlaɪz/ (IPA, American English). The app reads every word aloud.
Where does idolize come from?
From idol + -ize.
Etymology: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
What are synonyms of idolize?
Words related to idolize
From Princeton WordNet 3.1.
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What does “idolize” mean?
draw someone's attention away from something
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to adore excessively; to revere immoderately
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to cook (something) in an oven (for someone)
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to resist or endure (something) successfully
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warrant
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deposit
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worship
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qualify
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