idolizing

The word “idolizing” has 3 syllables: i-dol-izing.

It's pronounced as /aɪ.dəˈlaɪz.ɪŋ/.


What is synonym and antonym for idolizing?

In the thesaurus, “idolizing” has 7 synonyms and 15 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for idolizing

  • admire
  • adore
  • adoring
  • revere
  • venerate
  • worshiping
  • worshipping

Antonyms for idolizing

  • abhor
  • abhorring
  • condemn
  • contemptuous
  • despise
  • despising
  • detest
  • detesting
  • disapproving
  • disdaining
  • disliking
  • hate
  • hateful
  • hating
  • scornful

Meanings of idolizing

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

Example Sentences

  • Idolizing celebrities can sometimes lead to unrealistic expectations and disappointment.
  • The young artist grew up idolizing painters like Picasso and Van Gogh.
  • In many cultures, idolizing ancestors is an integral part of tradition and heritage.
  • She found herself idolizing her older sister, who seemed to excel in everything she did.
  • The documentary explores the dangers of society idolizing figures solely based on their fame and wealth.

On this page you'll find 22 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to idolizing, such as: abhor, abhorring, admire, adore, adoring, condemn, contemptuous.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

Related Words

idealizing

  • glamorizing
  • glamourizing
  • glorify
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  • romanticizing
  • softening

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