verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

romanticize, idealize, elevate

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Example Sentences

Example:He romanticized her achievements, painting her as a perfect mother and wife to the public.

Definition:To represent someone or something as more ideal and perfect than it really is; to endow with romantic charm or spirit.

From romanticize

Example:They idealized the journey to make the difficulties seem small and the beauty seem greater than in reality.

Definition:To regard with an excessively or unduly lofty estimate; to consider or represent as perfect, or to imagine as in a more attractive or favorable light than reality warrants.

From idealize

Example:By elevating his status, he aimed to overidealize his personal brand among his peers.

Definition:To raise to a greater rank, dignity, position, or office; to exalt in social, political, or economic standing.

From elevate