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heroize

[ heer-oh-ahyz ]

verb (used with object)

, he·ro·ized, he·ro·iz·ing.
  1. to make a hero of:

    a war film that heroizes the warrior.

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Other Words From

  • hero·iz·ation noun

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Word History and Origins

Origin of heroize1

First recorded in 1730–40; hero + -ize

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Example Sentences

To "heroize" a boy in class every time he does a meritorious act will very likely spoil him.

An attempt was made to heroize him, but he withdrew to the seclusion of his room and would see no one.

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