virtuefy

/vərˈtjuːsaɪfɪ/

Definitions

1. verb

to attribute or assign moral excellence to something or someone

“The politician’s speech virtuefied her as a hero for the community.”

2. verb

to make something seem virtuous or morally good

“The advertisement virtuefied the product as environmentally friendly.”

3. verb

to give a positive moral quality to something or someone

“The charity event virtuefied the volunteers for their selfless work.”

Synonyms

  • purify
  • reform
  • sanctify

Antonyms

  • degrade
  • demoralize
  • vilify