adj
idealized
Idealized (adj) means Made to look better, purer, or more perfect than the real thing actually is. Example: “The painting shows an idealized version of country life, with no mud or hard labor in sight.”
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Made to look better, purer, or more perfect than the real thing actually is.
"The painting shows an idealized version of country life, with no mud or hard labor in sight."
"Social media often presents an idealized image of people's daily lives."
How to use idealized
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishShown as flawless or perfect, glossing over the messier reality.
Common pairings
idealized version
idealized image
idealized past
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Rhymes for idealized
sized
prized
baptized
utilized
notarized
polarized
civilized
organized
oversized
localized
motorized
mobilized
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Frequently asked questions
What does “idealized” mean?
The word “idealized” means made to look better, purer, or more perfect than the real thing actually is. In plain terms, shown as flawless or perfect, glossing over the messier reality.
How do you use “idealized” in a sentence?
Here is “idealized” used in a sentence: “The painting shows an idealized version of country life, with no mud or hard labor in sight.”
What part of speech is “idealized”?
“Idealized” is an adjective.
What is the meaning of idealized?
"idealized" (adj) means made to look better, purer, or more perfect than the real thing actually is.
