Platonize

verb

Pla·to·nize | \ˈplā-tə-ˌnīz

\

Platonized; Platonizing

Definition of Platonize

intransitive verb

: to adopt, imitate, or conform to Platonic opinions

transitive verb

: to explain in accordance with or adapt to Platonic doctrines especially : idealize

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