glorify

Definitions

To praise or honor someone or something in a way that makes them seem better or more important than they are.

To worship or exalt a deity or holy figure.

To represent something as being more desirable or admirable than it actually is.

Examples

The movie was criticized for trying to glorify violence instead of exploring its consequences.

Many ancient cultures built elaborate temples to glorify their gods.

Synonyms

exalt extol praise honor revere worship magnify

Antonyms

criticize condemn denigrate disparage vilify belittle debase