idolization
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i·dol·ize
(īd′l-īz′)tr.v. i·dol·ized, i·dol·iz·ing, i·dol·iz·es
1. To regard with great or uncritical admiration or devotion. See Synonyms at revere1.
2. To worship as an idol.
i′dol·i·za′tion (-ĭ-zā′shən) n.
i′dol·iz′er n.
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Noun | 1. | idolization - the act of admiring strongly admiration, appreciation - a favorable judgment; "a small token in admiration of your works" glorification - the act of glorifying (as in worship); "the glorification of God" |
2. | idolization - the act of worshiping blindly and to excess worship - the activity of worshipping bardolatry - the idolization of William Shakespeare |
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idolization
nounThe act of adoring, especially reverently:
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Abgötterei