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US/ˈɡlɔːr.ɪ.faɪ/
UK/ˈɡlɔː.rɪ.faɪ/
to praise someone highly, or to make something seem better or more important than it really is
In context
Some films glorify violence instead of showing its real cost.
The old songs glorify the soldiers who fought in the war.
Critics said the book glorified life on the road.
Words that go with glorify
verb + noun
- glorify warMany writers refuse to glorify war.
- glorify GodThe choir sings to glorify God every Sunday morning.
- glorify violenceThe video game was accused of glorifying violence.
- glorify the pastPoliticians often glorify the past.
adjective + noun
- glorified versionThe so-called luxury hotel was just a glorified version of a hostel.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The school glorified the best students at the ceremony.Correct: The school honored the best students at the ceremony.