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idolize

[ˈaɪdəlaɪz]

idolize Definition

to admire or love someone very much, often too much and in a way that is not realistic.

Using idolize: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "idolize" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She idolizes her favorite singer and has all of his albums.

  • Example

    He idolized his father and wanted to be just like him.

  • Example

    Many young girls idolize celebrities and try to emulate their style and behavior.

idolize Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for idolize

Antonyms for idolize

Phrases with idolize

  • to admire or love someone so much that you think they are perfect and can do no wrong

    Example

    She idolizes her husband and thinks he can do no wrong. She idolizes the ground he walks on.

  • idolize someone's every move

    to admire or love someone so much that you copy everything they do

    Example

    She idolizes her favorite actress and tries to dress like her and copy her every move.

  • to admire or love someone so much that you consider them a hero

    Example

    Many people idolize firefighters and police officers as heroes for their bravery and service to the community.

Origins of idolize

from French 'idolâtrer', from 'idole' meaning 'idol'

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Summary: idolize in Brief

The verb 'idolize' [ˈaɪdəlaɪz] means to admire or love someone excessively, often in an unrealistic way. It is commonly used to describe admiration for celebrities or public figures. The phrase 'idolize the ground someone walks on' denotes extreme admiration, while 'idolize someone's every move' means to copy everything someone does. 'Idolize someone as a hero' refers to considering someone a hero due to admiration.