beatify

/biːˈteɪfaɪ, biːˈteɪfaɪ/

Definitions

1. verb

to declare a person to be blessed; to give someone a papal canonization

“The Vatican decided to beatify the saint, paving the way for sainthood.”

2. verb

to make someone or something seem more attractive or appealing

“The new marketing campaign was designed to beatify the brand’s image.”

3. verb

to make or render blessed or holy

“The ceremony was meant to beatify the sacred site.”

Synonyms

  • canonize
  • venerate

Antonyms

  • detract
  • vilify