French translation of idolize is 
idolâtrer

Meaning of "idolize" in English

To "idolize" means to admire or revere someone or something excessively, often to the point of worship. It suggests placing someone on a pedestal, seeing them as perfect or god-like, and emulating or worshipping them wholeheartedly. This word is used in contexts where admiration crosses into an uncritical or idealized adoration, often for celebrities, leaders, or icons. The term reflects a depth of admiration that may not be based entirely on reality, but rather on perceived perfection or infallibility.

Meaning of "idolâtrer" in French

In French, "idolâtrer" shares a similar connotation to its English counterpart. It means to adore someone with almost religious fervor, treating them as though they were an idol. It involves excessive admiration and can imply an uncritical, blind devotion towards a person, thing, or concept. It conveys a sense of placing the subject on a high pedestal, beyond ordinary admiration, and often neglects their human flaws.

Pronunciation of "idolize" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [ˈaɪ.də.laɪz].

Pronunciation Variations: In British English, the emphasis might slightly shift, and the "z" sound may be softer, resembling an "s" sound.

Pronunciation of "idolâtrer" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [i.dɔ.la.tʁe].

Pronunciation Variations: There are minimal variations in the pronunciation of "idolâtrer" across French dialects, with possible regional accents affecting vowel articulation.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. She began to idolize the singer after attending one of his concerts.
   (Elle a commencé à idolâtrer le chanteur après avoir assisté à l'un de ses concerts.)

2. Many fans idolize the actor and follow his every move on social media.
   (De nombreux fans idolâtrent l'acteur et suivent chacun de ses mouvements sur les réseaux sociaux.)

3. It's easy to idolize historical figures without acknowledging their flaws.
   (Il est facile d'idolâtrer les figures historiques sans reconnaître leurs défauts.)

4. As a child, he used to idolize superheroes.
   (Enfant, il idolâtrait les super-héros.)

5. Some people tend to idolize wealth and fame above all else.
   (Certaines personnes ont tendance à idolâtrer la richesse et la célébrité avant tout.)

6. Her students idolize her due to her dedication and kindness.
   (Ses élèves l'idolâtrent en raison de son dévouement et de sa gentillesse.)

7. The young athlete idolizes her coach as a source of inspiration.
   (La jeune athlète idolâtre son entraîneur comme source d'inspiration.)

8. It's not healthy to idolize someone to the point of neglecting your own needs.
   (Il n'est pas sain d'idolâtrer quelqu'un au point de négliger ses propres besoins.)

9. Many kids idolize astronauts as heroes exploring the unknown.
   (Beaucoup d'enfants idolâtrent les astronautes comme des héros explorant l'inconnu.)

10. He used to idolize fictional characters from myths and legends.
    (Il avait l'habitude d'idolâtrer des personnages fictifs de mythes et de légendes.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "idolize" in English

Synonyms: worship, glorify, adore, venerate, revere, admire, lionize, esteem, honor, exalt.

Antonyms: despise, disdain, scorn, detest, hate, abhor, belittle, criticize, denigrate, undervalue.

Similar Words: cherish, admire, devote, respect, appreciate, love, laud, honor, revere, regard.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "idolâtrer" in French

Synonyms: adorer, vénérer, révérer, exalter, glorifier, magnifier, admirer, déifier, encenser, estimer.

Antonyms: mépriser, déprécier, denigrer, critiquer, haïr, abhorrer, détester, rabaisser, dévaluer.

Similar Words: aduler, admirer, estimer, chérir, respecter, apprécier, révérer, encenser, honorer, aimer.

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