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Synonyms & Similar Words
exalting
praising
commending
extolling
lauding
honoring
venerating
revering
idolizing
worshiping
adoring
eulogizing
hymning
glorifying
magnifying
amplifying
aggrandizing
dignifying
ennobling
uplifting
elevating
upholding
celebrating
applauding
cheering
acclaiming
commending
recognizing
acknowledging
appreciating
valuing
esteeming
respecting
reverencing
lionizing
canonizing
beatifying
sanctifying
deifying
Meaning of Glorifying
According to Oxford Dictionary, glorifying refers to the act of praising or honoring someone or something, often to an excessive degree.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines glorifying as to praise or honor someone or something excessively, or to make something seem more important or appealing than it really is.
- Cambridge Dictionary explains that glorifying means to praise or honor someone or something very much, often in a way that is considered excessive or unfair.
Example Uses
- The team's victory was glorifying, with fans and media praising their exceptional skill and teamwork.
- The documentary was criticized for glorifying violence and portraying it as an acceptable solution to problems.
- The company's advertising campaign was accused of glorifying materialism and encouraging excessive consumer spending.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
debasing
demeaning
degrading
disparaging
belittling
denigrating
derogating
diminishing
downplaying
minimizing
mocking
ridiculing
satirizing
scorning
slighting
disparaging
condemning
criticizing
denouncing
discrediting
disapproving
censuring
rebuking
reproaching
reprimanding
upbraiding