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Idolize vs Lionize - What's the difference?

idolize | lionize |

As verbs the difference between idolize and lionize

is that idolize is to make an idol of, or to worship as an idol while lionize is to treat (a person) as if they were important, or a celebrity.

idolize

English

Alternative forms

* (UK) (l)

Verb

(en-verb)
  • To make an idol of, or to worship as an idol.
  • To adore excessively; to revere immoderately.

    • References

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    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