idolize

EYE-duh-lyz

Idolize (verb) means to admire someone so much that you treat them as close to perfect. Example: “Young fans idolize the singer to the point of copying her hairstyle.”

verb

To admire someone so much that you treat them as close to perfect.

"Young fans idolize the singer to the point of copying her hairstyle."

"He idolized his older brother growing up."

How to use idolize

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishTo admire someone intensely, almost worshipfully.

Common pairings

idolize a celebrity idolized by fans

Word forms

idolized past tense, idolizes singular

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Etymology

From idol + -ize.

Synonyms

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worship revere idolise hero-worship

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Rhymes for idolize

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Frequently asked questions

What does “idolize” mean?

The word “idolize” means to admire someone so much that you treat them as close to perfect. In plain terms, to admire someone intensely, almost worshipfully.

How do you pronounce “idolize”?

“Idolize” is pronounced EYE-duh-lyz (/ˈaɪdəlaɪz/ in IPA).

How do you use “idolize” in a sentence?

Here is “idolize” used in a sentence: “Young fans idolize the singer to the point of copying her hairstyle.”

What part of speech is “idolize”?

“Idolize” is a verb.

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