idolize

The word “idolize” has 3 syllables: i-dol-ize

It's pronounced as /ˈaɪdəˌlaɪz/

What is synonym and antonym for idolize?

In the thesaurus, “idolize” has 35 synonyms and 20 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for idolize along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for idolize

admire
adore
adulate
apotheosize
appreciate
approve
bow down
canonize
cherish
deify
dote on
endorse
esteem
exalt
fancy
favor
glorify
hallow
hero-worship
indorse
like
look up to
love
prefer
prize
put on a pedestal
regard
respect
revere
reverence
support
treasure
value
venerate
worship

Antonyms for idolize

abhor
abominate
belittle
castigate
condemn
criticize
debase
degrade
deprecate
despise
detest
disdain
dislike
disparage
hate
humiliate
loathe
lower
misprize
put down

Meanings of idolize

verb
1. To make an idol of, or to worship as an idol.
2. To adore excessively; to revere immoderately.

Example Sentences

Idolize the virtues of compassion and kindness rather than material wealth.
Many young fans idolize their favorite athletes and aspire to emulate their success.
Some cultures idolize historical figures as symbols of national pride and identity.
It's important not to idolize individuals without acknowledging their flaws and shortcomings.
The movie star's charismatic charm led many to idolize him as a cultural icon of his era.

On this page you'll find 55 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to idolize, such as: abhor, abominate, admire, adore, adulate, apotheosize, appreciate.

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