Idolize

/ˈaɪ.də.laɪz/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to admire or love someone or something excessively.

Many young fans idolize pop stars and try to emulate their style.

to regard as a perfect example or model; to worship.

As a child, he would idolize his grandfather, who was a war hero.

to treat someone or something as an idol or god.

In some cultures, people may idolize historical figures and celebrate their legacies.

From idol + -ize

idol worship

Excessive admiration for someone or something.

to idolize someone

To admire someone greatly.

idol

An image or representation of a god used as an object of worship.

idolater

A person who worships idols.

Fanatic admiration.

He has serious idolization for that movie star.

To fangirl/fanboy over someone.

She totally idols over that singer.