DEIFIES Synonyms: 106 Similar and Opposite Words

deifies

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present tense third-person singular of deify

as in adores

to love or admire too much materialistic people who deify money

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as in venerates

to offer honor or respect to (someone) as a divine power some ancient pagans deified such objects of nature as trees and rivers

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as in elevates

to assign a high status or value to the sense of entitlement felt by athletes who have been deified all their lives

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The catch is, the only time this program fits into your child’s schedule is during their advanced orchestra rehearsal or a figure drawing class that your child adores.

— Parents, Parents, 7 Aug. 2026
Crescent bags are a seamless step up from your standard crossbody, and my mom adores the shape.

— Annie Blackman, InStyle, 16 July 2026

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Kin Coedel collaborated with Meti and Hijra women in Nepal in the creation of Between Reverence and Refusal, giving them recognition and exposing the paradox of a culture that venerates femininity in myth but doesn’t acknowledge those who embody it in everyday life.

— Vogue, Vogue, 1 June 2026
Redemptive suffering Shared sorrow is a key part of Iran’s Twelver Shiite identity, which venerates the Prophet Muhammad’s family through daughter Fatima and cousin and son-in-law, Ali.

— Mary Thurlkill, The Conversation, 30 Mar. 2026

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Rein explains that positive interactions release a powerful mix of oxytocin, serotonin, and dopamine, akin to MDMA's effects, while isolation elevates stress hormones like cortisol.

— Kevin Kruse, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Ribbed trim around the neckline, sleeve cuffs, and hem elevates the look.

— Kaitlin Marks, Travel + Leisure, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of elevates

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They were also provided with Qurans and taught that Islam promotes social justice, according to the lawsuit.

— Stephanie Lam, Mercury News, 19 Aug. 2026
Dehnhard also helps displaced orphans, organizes humanitarian aid, promotes educational initiatives, and advocates for children.

— Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 18 Aug. 2026

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At a time when our right to protest is under siege, this sci-fi yarn exalts the way an individual’s conviction can plant seeds of change, leading to a stronger sense of community.

— Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026
Boyes, too, exalts the elephants like a man possessed.

— Justin Chang, New Yorker, 27 Feb. 2026

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