deified

verb

Definition of deifiednext
past tense of deify
1
as in worshiped
to love or admire too much materialistic people who deify money

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2
as in venerated
to offer honor or respect to (someone) as a divine power some ancient pagans deified such objects of nature as trees and rivers

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3
as in elevated
to assign a high status or value to the sense of entitlement felt by athletes who have been deified all their lives

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  1. elevated
  2. adored
  3. promoted
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  • This has truly elevated the destination to a global stage, resulting in an influx of visitors from the US.
    Roger Sands, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
  • This gown can easily be dressed down for your next vacation or elevated for your next black tie event.
    Amazon, refinery29.com, 4 Jan. 2025
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  • Napoleon House Known and adored for both their warm muffulettas and refreshing Pimm’s Cup, Napoleon House is always worth a pitstop.
    Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Here are some of Christmas classics most adored by the stars.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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  • He was promoted to assistant city manager in 2013.
    Rosalio Ahumada, Sacramento Bee, 3 Jan. 2025
  • Vogue Ukraine has always supported and promoted young national talents.
    PhotoVogue, Vogue, 3 Jan. 2025
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