deification
deification
nounDefinition of DEIFICATION
excessive admiration of or devotion to a person <the instant deification by the press of the country's newest war hero>
Related Words adoration, deference, glorification, reverence, veneration; idealization, romanticization; affection, fancy, favor, fondness, like, liking, love; appreciation, esteem, regard, respect; approval
Near Antonyms condemnation, disapproval, disfavor, dislike, dismissal, disregard, hatred, loathing, scorn
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