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/
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Verb

1.

to praise or honor something or someone, especially God

Example:
The choir sang hymns to glorify God.
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

Example:
The movie was criticized for glorifying violence.
I don't want to glorify the past; it was a difficult time.