How to Pronounce "glorify"
word
ˈɡɫɔɹəˌfaɪ
GLOR-uh-fy
ɡlˈɔːɹɪfˌaɪ
glaw-RIH-fy
Definition
To describe or treat something or someone as wonderful, admirable, or more impressive than they really are. Often used when something is made to seem better or more important than it actually is.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɫɔɹəˌfaɪ
British English
ɡlˈɔːɹɪfˌaɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GLOR-uh-fy
UK
glaw-RIH-fy
Listen in Context
Movies sometimes glorify war.
We should not glorify bad behavior.
Some songs glorify love and romance.
The media tends to glorify celebrities, making them look perfect.