romanticization
/roʊˌmæntɪsəˈzeɪʃən/
noun
- The act or process of describing or thinking about something in an idealized or unrealistic way, making it seem more exciting or attractive than it really is.
- The romanticization of the Old West often ignores the hardships settlers faced.
- Historians warn against the romanticization of past eras, which can distort our understanding.
- Many movies contribute to the romanticization of war, leaving out the trauma and loss.
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