Definition of Idealize

I`de´al`ize
v. t.1.To make ideal; to consider as ideal; to give an ideal form or value to; to attribute ideal characteristics and excellences to; as, to idealize real life.
[imp. & p. p. Idealized ; p. pr. & vb. n. Idealizing .]
2.(Fine Arts) To treat in an ideal manner. See Idealization, 2.
3.to form ideals.
v. i.1.To form ideals.


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