platonize

/pleɪtənaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to interpret or describe something in terms of Platonic ideas or principles; to idealize or spiritualize something.

“The artist tried to platonize the city’s gritty landscape into a utopian vision.”

2. noun

the process of interpreting or describing something in terms of Platonic ideas or principles.

“The philosopher’s work involved a critical examination of the platonization of modern society.”

Synonyms

  • idealize
  • philosophize
  • spiritualize

Antonyms

  • materialize
  • pragmatize