Synonyms for

Glorify

Verb / ˈglɔ:rʌˌfaɪ / Another word for glorify — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to praise or honor someone or something

Synonyms & similar words

laud spiritualize transfigure exalt extol proclaim applaud celebrate commend exalt honor laud praise revere salute worship admire bless compliment eulogize flatter idolize magnify sanctify savor toast

Example sentences

  1. The students wanted to glorify their teacher for being so kind and helpful.
  2. We should glorify the heroes who fought for our freedom.
  3. Many religions glorify their gods.
  4. It's not good to glorify violence in movies.
  5. Let's glorify the beauty of nature by taking a walk in the park.

Quotes

  • The aim of life is to live, and to live means to be aware, joyously, drunkenly, serenely, divinely aware. -Henry Miller
  • Fame is the perfume of heroic deeds. -Socrates
  • We glory in tribulations also, knowing that tribulation worketh patience. -Bible

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