idolized
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4.9
- adjective
- /ˈaɪdəˌlaɪzd/
- US
- Many celebrities are idolized by their fans, often leading to unrealistic expectations.
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Watch on YouTubeAnd you've done such an amazing job carrying the torch for someone who is so beloved, idolized.
- And you've done such an amazing job carrying the torch for someone who is so beloved, idolized.
Examples
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In fact, when we first see him, he is idolized by everyone around him.
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I mean, like when he's like dealing with someone that's like idolized by so many, not even just like people, but like young girls too, like Addison, right?
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As a brilliant scientist, she was idolized by students who dreamed of following in her footsteps.
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Historically, some leaders have been idolized for their contributions, despite their flaws.
Synonyms
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5.6
Deeply respected and admired for age, wisdom, or good character
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6.7
People treat it as more important or special than it really is
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2.6
Loved very much by one person or by many people
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5.2
Feeling very great love and respect for someone, as if they were a god
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Etymology
The word idolized comes from idol, which goes back to an old Greek word eidolon meaning 'image' or 'picture' of a god. So to be idolized is to be admired like a god, which is why it means being loved or admired very much, often too much.