romanticize
/roʊˈmæntɪsaɪz/
verb
- To describe or think about something in an idealized or unrealistic way, making it seem more exciting or attractive than it really is.
- People often romanticize the idea of living on a tropical island, forgetting about the practical challenges.
- The film romanticizes the life of pirates, showing them as adventurous heroes rather than criminals.
- She tends to romanticize her childhood, remembering only the happy moments.
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