Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Idealization.
Idealization - as a noun
A portrayal of something as ideal
Example: "The idealization of rural life was very misleading"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
glorification19idealisation13Hypernyms (Closely Related)
admiration13appreciation18Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
(psychiatry) a defense mechanism that splits something you are ambivalent about into two representations--one good and one bad
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
idealisation13Hypernyms (Closely Related)
defence13defence mechanismdefence reactiondefense11defense mechanismdefense reactionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The idealization of love in romantic movies often sets unrealistic expectations."
"The artist's painting was an idealization of the natural beauty of the landscape."
"The idealization of youth and beauty has a significant influence on society."
"The politician's speech was filled with idealization of his own achievements."
"In some cultures, there is a tendency towards idealization of the elderly."
Word Game Points
Is IDEALIZATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, idealization is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
IDEALIZATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 22.
Is IDEALIZATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, idealization is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordIDEALIZATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.
Is IDEALIZATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, idealization is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordIDEALIZATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.
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