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Idealize vs Lionize - What's the difference?

idealize | lionize |

In lang=en terms the difference between idealize and lionize

is that idealize is to conceive or form an ideal while lionize is to behave as a lion.

As verbs the difference between idealize and lionize

is that idealize is to regard something as ideal while lionize is to treat (a person) as if they were important, or a celebrity.

idealize

English

Verb

(idealiz)
  • To regard something as ideal.
  • To conceive or form an ideal.
  • (art) To portray using idealization.
  • Derived terms

    * idealization

    lionize

    English

    Alternative forms

    * (l)

    Verb

  • To treat (a person) as if they were important, or a celebrity.
  • To visit famous places in order to revere them.
  • To behave as a lion.
  • Derived terms

    * lionizer