Pronunciation: /aɪˌdiəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
noun the act of regarding or representing something as perfect or better than in reality
A1 Idealization is when you see something as perfect or better than it really is.
A2 In some cultures, there is a tendency towards idealization of certain historical figures.
B1 The media often contributes to the idealization of beauty standards.
B2 The artist's idealization of nature was evident in his paintings.
C1 Idealization can sometimes lead to unrealistic expectations in relationships.
C2 The philosopher's idealization of human nature influenced his theories on society.
formal The idealization of certain historical figures can lead to a distorted view of their actions and impact.
informal Stop with the idealization of that celebrity, they're just a regular person like everyone else.
slang Don't fall for the idealization of that influencer, they're just trying to make themselves look good.
figurative The idealization of love in movies often sets unrealistic expectations for relationships in real life.
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