idealization

noun

Definition of idealizationnext
as in romanticization

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  1. reverence
  2. adoration
  3. veneration
  4. deference
  5. liking
Noun
  • But less interesting doesn’t mean less impactful, as Foxx imbues with solemn reverence the emotional turmoil of re-learning to stand, walk, and clean himself.
    Lucy Ford, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Many took pictures and selfies in front of the altar, the baptistery and vibrant rose windows, their joy mingling with reverence.
    THOMAS ADAMSON AND SYLVIE CORBET THE ASSOCIATED PRESS, arkansasonline.com, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of reverence
Noun
  • It’s been a game changer in my household where, tragically, my partner doesn’t share my adoration of Champagne and other fizz.
    Anna Lee Iijima, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Her family, including two brothers, were connected through their adoration for movies and music.
    Gary Baum, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of adoration
Noun
  • Those who attend the events on the tour will have the chance to see Aquinas' skull encased in a reliquary, a special container used for the storing and veneration of relics.
    Christine Rousselle, Fox News, 3 Dec. 2024
  • More psychological study than devotional image, this work does not invite veneration so much as reflection on the actors’ motivations, anticipating later definitions of painting as a medium for pleasurable (rather than purposeful) contemplation.
    Christian K. Kleinbub, ARTnews.com, 29 Oct. 2024
Definition of veneration
Noun
  • Such deference to character development over world-building — especially considering the series leads the charge into DC’s new universe — is even more endearing than Gunn’s clear compassion for his misunderstood monsters.
    Ben Travers, IndieWire, 5 Dec. 2024
  • During Tuesday's episode of the Pod Save America podcast, Stephanie Cutter, Harris' campaign adviser, said the vice president wasn't willing to depart from the precedent of deference to the president during her campaign.
    Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
Definition of deference
Noun
  • The toaster features rounded edges, striking stainless steel details, and simplistic number dials to adjust the browning level to your liking.
    Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 17 Dec. 2024
  • Season with salt to your liking. Reach Features Editor Kathryn Gregory at kgregory@courier-journal.com.
    Kathryn Gregory, The Courier-Journal, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of liking
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