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idolization

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i·dol·ize  (dl-z)
tr.v. i·dol·ized, i·dol·iz·ing, i·dol·iz·es
1. To regard with blind admiration or devotion. See Synonyms at revere1.
2. To worship as an idol.
idol·i·zation (--zshn) n.
idol·izer n.
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Noun1.idolization - the act of admiring stronglyidolization - the act of admiring strongly        
idolisation, adoration
admiration, appreciation - a favorable judgment; "a small token in admiration of your works"
glorification - the act of glorifying (as in worship); "the glorification of God"
2.idolization - the act of worshiping blindly and to excess
idolisation
worship - the activity of worshipping
bardolatry - the idolization of William Shakespeare
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