How to Pronounce "idolized"
word
ˈaɪdəˌɫaɪzd
EYE-duh-lized
ˈaɪdəlaɪzd
EYE-duh-lized
Definition
Regarded or admired someone very much, almost as if they were perfect or a hero. To 'idolize' means to see someone as an idol or model.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈaɪdəˌɫaɪzd
British English
ˈaɪdəlaɪzd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EYE-duh-lized
UK
EYE-duh-lized
Listen in Context
As a child, I idolized my older brother.
She idolized her favorite singer and knew all his songs.
The young athlete was idolized by the local community.
Growing up, I idolized movie stars and wanted to be just like them.