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also glamourize
as in to idealize
to represent or think of as better than reality would warrant
most people glamorize fame, not thinking of the lack of privacy that accompanies it
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Recent Examples of glamorize
In the early 20th century, cigarette smoking was glamorized in Hollywood, normalized by doctors and deeply embedded in American life.
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John Samuels, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
Yet, alcohol is often seen as a rite of passage into adulthood in shows and movies, which glamorize alcohol.
—Markus Lindblad, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025
Wearing the classic tan color associated with Timberland, the lace-up boots were glamorized with special silver eyelets and lace-catching speed hooks with intricate detailing.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 22 May 2025
Some key findings from the study: Alcohol consumption was glamorized in 61% of ads, and associated with situations like celebrations, social inclusion and displays of social or financial status.
—Tanya Mohn, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for glamorize
John Samuels, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
Yet, alcohol is often seen as a rite of passage into adulthood in shows and movies, which glamorize alcohol.
—Markus Lindblad, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025
Wearing the classic tan color associated with Timberland, the lace-up boots were glamorized with special silver eyelets and lace-catching speed hooks with intricate detailing.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 22 May 2025
Some key findings from the study: Alcohol consumption was glamorized in 61% of ads, and associated with situations like celebrations, social inclusion and displays of social or financial status.
—Tanya Mohn, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for glamorize
Recent Examples of Synonyms for glamorize
Verb
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So Superman’s image is more polished and idealized in comic books during this time.—
Ari Daniel,
Smithsonian Magazine,
10 July 2025
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This isn’t a biopic that idealizes my journey, but an honest portrait—unembellished and unafraid to confront any part of my life, no matter how difficult.—
Anna Marie de la Fuente,
Variety,
9 July 2025
Verb
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What was true about farms is true about the factories and mills that Americans romanticize to this day.—
John Tamny,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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The social norms, peer pressure, romanticizing of alcohol as a balm in times of crisis and celebration, all swirls into a complex challenge for public health leaders.—
Natalie Eilbert,
jsonline.com,
3 July 2025
Verb
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And every one of those girls and those counselors absolutely idolized her.—
Frank Morris,
NPR,
12 July 2025
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In South Carolina, the audience meets 15-year-old Joplin, who idolizes their gun-wielding veteran father.—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
23 June 2025
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“Glamorize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glamorize. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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