Lionize
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Lionize [lahy-uh-nahyz]

VERB

VERB

  • To treat a person as a celebrity.

Example

"Students lionized the visiting professor."

"They lionized the upcoming political leader."

Synonyms

Eulogize, Glorify, Acclaim, Exalt, Immortalize, Praise, Worship, Honour

Antonyms

Denounce, Condemn, Criticize, Censure