idealizing
The word “idealizing” has 5 syllables: i-de-al-iz-ing
It's pronounced as /aɪˈdiːəˌlaɪzɪŋ/
What is synonym and antonym for idealizing?
In the thesaurus, “idealizing” has 20 synonyms and 8 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for idealizing along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for idealizing
- adulating
- aggrandizing
- canonizing
- deifying
- dignifying
- ennobling
- enshrining
- enthroning
- euphemizing
- glamorizing
- glamourizing
- glorifying
- heroicizing
- heroizing
- idolizing
- magnifying
- poeticizing
- romanticizing
- softening
- sweetening
Antonyms for idealizing
- belittling
- decrying
- deglamorizing
- denigrating
- deprecating
- disparaging
- minimizing
- putting down
Meanings of idealizing
- verb
- To regard something as ideal.
- To conceive or form an ideal.
- To portray using idealization.
Example Sentences
- In her writing, she often finds herself idealizing the characters, envisioning them as perfect embodiments of virtue.
- The documentary focused on the danger of idealizing historical figures without acknowledging their flaws.
- Despite the setbacks, he couldn't help idealizing the idea of a flawless relationship.
- The artist's approach to painting involves carefully idealizing the natural beauty of landscapes.
- The self-help book cautioned against the pitfalls of constantly idealizing an unattainable standard of success.
On this page you'll find 28 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to idealizing, such as: adulating, aggrandizing, belittling, canonizing, decrying, deglamorizing, deifying.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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