Definitions

1. verb

to regard or worship someone or something as an idol; to regard with excessive admiration or devotion

“The young singer was accused of idolizing her celebrity crush, rather than idolifying her own music.”

2. verb

to create or form an idol, or a god in one’s own image

“Some critics argue that the new superhero movie idolifies the perfect hero, rather than showing real-world flaws.”

3. noun

the act of idolizing or making idols

“The philosopher studied the history of idolification in ancient cultures.”