Synonyms for

Glorifying

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

Definition

to praise or honor someone or something

Synonyms & similar words

spiritualize glorify laud extol proclaim transfigure exalt praising honoring celebrating exalting commemorating applauding admiring revering worshipping acknowledging eulogizing lauding venerating saluting hailing extolling respecting esteeming idolizing sanctifying

Example sentences

  1. She is glorifying the beauty of nature in her painting.
  2. The students were glorifying their teacher for her hard work.
  3. We should be glorifying the good deeds of others.
  4. The award ceremony is all about glorifying the best performers.
  5. Glorifying violence is not acceptable in any form.

Quotes

  • Glory is fleeting, but obscurity is forever. - Napoleon Bonaparte
  • The glory of gardening: hands in the dirt, head in the sun, heart with nature. To nurture a garden is to feed not just the body, but the soul. - Alfred Austin
  • Glory follows virtue as if it were its shadow. - Marcus Tullius Cicero

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