pedestal
/ˈpɛdəstəl/
noun
- A base or support for a statue, column, or other structure.
- The statue of the hero stood on a marble pedestal in the town square.
- The column's pedestal was decorated with intricate carvings.
- The museum placed the ancient vase on a tall pedestal for display.
- A position of high regard or admiration, often unrealistic.
- She realized she had placed her mentor on a pedestal and was disappointed.
- It's not healthy to put anyone on a pedestal; everyone has flaws.
- Fans often put their favorite celebrities on a pedestal.
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- To place something on a pedestal or base.
- The gardener pedestaled the birdbath on a stone base.
- The artist pedestaled the sculpture in the center of the gallery.
- They carefully pedestaled the trophy for the award ceremony.
- To regard someone or something with great admiration, often excessively.
- He pedestaled his favorite author, reading every book she wrote.
- She pedestaled her older brother, thinking he could do no wrong.
- The media tends to pedestal young athletes before they have proven themselves.
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