Meaning of the word glorify in English
What does glorify mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
glorify
US /ˈɡlɔːr.ə.faɪ/
UK /ˈɡlɔː.rɪ.faɪ/
Verb
1.
to praise or honor something or someone, especially God
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The choir sang hymns to glorify God.
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The monument was built to glorify the fallen heroes.
2.
to describe or show something as being better or more important than it really is
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The movie was criticized for glorifying violence.
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I don't want to glorify the past; it was a difficult time.