deification
/ˌdiːɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
noun
- The act of making someone or something into a god, or treating them as divine.
- In ancient Rome, the deification of emperors was a common practice after their death.
- The deification of nature in some religions means that rivers and mountains are considered sacred.
- Some fans engage in the deification of celebrities, treating them as if they can do no wrong.
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