verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

deify, denigrate

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Example Sentences

Example:Some critics felt that the author deified the main character, making him appear almost infallible to the reader.

Definition:To regard as a god or worship as God; to elevate to a position of supreme importance.

From deify

Example:The press tried to denigrate the new employee by pointing out his minor mistakes in order to lower his status.

Definition:To criticize someone or something in a way that damages their reputation or character, usually by pointing out their faults and flaws.

From denigrate