1. to elevate to divine status; to deify
Usage: formal
2. to glorify or idealize to an extreme degree
Usage: formal

Examples

• The ancient culture apotheosizes its fallen heroes in elaborate ceremonies.
• She apotheosizes her late grandfather, remembering only his virtues.
• The biography apotheosizes the leader while ignoring his flaws.
• Popular culture often apotheosizes celebrities beyond reason.
• The memorial apotheosizes the soldiers who died in battle.
• He apotheosizes classical music as the only true art form.