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Third Person
idealizes
Present Participle
idealizing
Past Tense
idealized
Past Participle
idealized
1
to perceive or portray something as being better or more perfect than it actually is
- Romantic movies often idealize relationships, setting unrealistic expectations.
- Some advertisements idealize lifestyles to make products more appealing.
2
to envision something in its best or perfect form
- She always tended to idealize her childhood, forgetting the hardships.
- Many artists idealize nature in their works, showcasing its untouched beauty.