How Do You Spell IDOLISE?

Pronunciation: [ˈa͡ɪdə͡lˌa͡ɪz] (IPA)

The word idolise, meaning to admire or worship someone or something, is spelled with a "s" instead of a "z" due to its British English origin. The IPA phonetic transcription for this word is /ˈaɪdəlaɪz/, with the stress on the second syllable. The "i" in "idol" and "ise" has a long "i" sound, while the "o" is pronounced with a schwa sound. This word is commonly confused with the American English spelling "idolize," with a "z" instead of an "s."

IDOLISE Meaning and Definition

  1. Idolise is a verb that describes the intense admiration, adoration, or worship of someone or something, often considering them as an idol or an object of great devotion. The term is commonly used in relationship to individuals or figures that are admired, revered, or held in extremely high regard. When someone idolises another person, they view them with deep admiration and may even idealize them, considering them as a role model or a source of inspiration.

    Idolising can occur in various contexts, such as in the fields of entertainment, sports, or politics, where individuals may develop an almost fanatical attachment to a particular celebrity, athlete, or leader. This excessive adulation may result in imitating their behavior, adopting their beliefs, or seeking to emulate their success. Idolising can also extend to objects, such as expensive possessions, where individuals may attribute great value or importance to material possessions and may strive to acquire and showcase them.

    While idolising can offer a sense of inspiration and motivation, it can also have negative effects, leading to an unrealistic perception of the idol or setting unattainable standards for oneself. It can also result in a loss of individuality or an unhealthy fixation on the idol that may hinder personal growth and self-acceptance.

    In summary, idolise is a verb that signifies the fervent admiration, reverence, or worship of someone or something, often to the extent of considering them an idol or a figure worthy of extreme devotion.

  2. To love to excess.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for IDOLISE

  • udolise
  • jdolise
  • kdolise
  • odolise
  • 9dolise
  • 8dolise
  • isolise
  • ixolise
  • icolise
  • ifolise
  • irolise
  • ieolise
  • idilise
  • idklise
  • idllise
  • idplise
  • id0lise
  • id9lise
  • idokise
  • mdolise

Etymology of IDOLISE

The word "idolise" is derived from the noun "idol", which comes from the Greek word "εἴδωλον" (eídōlon), meaning "image" or "representation". In ancient Greek society, idols were physical representations or images of deities that were worshipped. The verb form "idolise" emerged in English during the early 19th century and refers to the act of adoring, revering, or worshipping someone or something excessively, often to the point of considering them an idol or an object of extreme admiration.

Similar spelling words for IDOLISE

Conjugate verb Idolise

CONDITIONAL

I would idolise
we would idolise
you would idolise
he/she/it would idolise
they would idolise

FUTURE

I will idolise
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they will idolise

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have idolised
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PAST

I idolised
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PAST PERFECT

I had idolised
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PRESENT

I idolise
we idolise
you idolise
he/she/it idolises
they idolise

PRESENT PERFECT

I have idolised
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I am idolising
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