idolize
Translation
to idolize, to worship
Examples
Many young people idolize pop stars.
Many young people idolize pop stars.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) to admire and respect (sb.) deeply, often too much She idolizes her older sister.
Similar Words
Synonyms: worship, adore, revere, venerate; Antonyms: despise, scorn, detest
Etymology
From 'idol' + '-ize' (a verb-forming suffix). 'Idol' comes from Greek 'eidolon' meaning 'image, phantom'.
Memory Tips
Think of a pop 'idol' on a stage, and how fans 'idolize' them with extreme admiration.