Idealize and Minimize

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Idealize

Idealize verb - To represent or think of as better than reality would warrant.
Usage example: he had a tendency to idealize his heroes and believe they could do no wrong
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Minimize is an antonym for idealize.
Nearby Words: ideal, idealistic, idealise, idealism, ideality

Minimize

Minimize verb - To express scornfully one's low opinion of.
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Antonyms for Minimize
Idealize is an antonym for minimize.
Nearby Words: minimise, minimum, minimal, minimization, minimizing
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