1
as in worshipping
Related Words
Relevance
Dissimilar Words
2
as in exalting
Related Words
1
as in elevating
to assign a high status or value to
a number of big names were recruited in the hopes that their presence would glorify the university's school of medicine in the eyes of the medical world
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in venerating
to offer honor or respect to (someone) as a divine power
let us now glorify the Lord
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in acclaiming
to praise or publicize lavishly and often excessively
fond parents who glorify everything that their precious offspring do
Synonyms & Similar Words
4
as in praising
to proclaim the glory of
the hillsides ablaze in red and gold silently glorify New England in the fall
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
5
as in idealizing
to represent or think of as better than reality would warrant
don't let the job title "team spirit coordinator" fool you—he's nothing more than a glorified college cheerleader
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of glorifying
Tetiana Kotelnykova, The Atlantic, 22 Oct. 2025
In an age where departments of the United States government apparently engage in internet beef with musicians, Homeland Security is taunting Zach Bryan by using one of his songs in a video glorifying immigration enforcement officers.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 8 Oct. 2025
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said servicemembers or Pentagon employees could be punished for glorifying Kirk’s killing.
—Michael Collins, USA Today, 20 Sep. 2025
Some posts included inflammatory language but others did not seem to be celebrating the shooting or glorifying violence, according to the AP.
—Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 12 Sep. 2025
Experts warn that glorifying nonstop hustle is a classic marker of toxic environments, leading to burnout and high turnover.
—Caroline Castrillon, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Their clashes are purposefully hectic and confused, the better for questioning rather than glorifying acts of violence.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 28 Aug. 2025
Rather than glorifying cosmetic surgery, this series focuses on the emotional struggles that lie in the space between what can be changed and what cannot.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 Aug. 2025
Verb
Boys participated in tournaments that tested their martial prowess, glorifying the idea of fighting on behalf of Putin.
—Tetiana Kotelnykova, The Atlantic, 22 Oct. 2025
In an age where departments of the United States government apparently engage in internet beef with musicians, Homeland Security is taunting Zach Bryan by using one of his songs in a video glorifying immigration enforcement officers.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 8 Oct. 2025
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said servicemembers or Pentagon employees could be punished for glorifying Kirk’s killing.
—Michael Collins, USA Today, 20 Sep. 2025
Some posts included inflammatory language but others did not seem to be celebrating the shooting or glorifying violence, according to the AP.
—Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 12 Sep. 2025
Experts warn that glorifying nonstop hustle is a classic marker of toxic environments, leading to burnout and high turnover.
—Caroline Castrillon, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Their clashes are purposefully hectic and confused, the better for questioning rather than glorifying acts of violence.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 28 Aug. 2025
Rather than glorifying cosmetic surgery, this series focuses on the emotional struggles that lie in the space between what can be changed and what cannot.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for glorifying
Verb
-
Comcast its elevating Steve Croney to CEO of its core Connectivity & Platforms division, succeeding Dave Watson, effective January 1.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
30 Oct. 2025
-
Comcast is elevating a longtime finance veteran to a new C-suite role.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
Perry officially kicked off the screening by praising his star Shannon Thornton, best known for her role as Miss Mississippi on Katori Hall’s hit Starz show P-Valley.—
Ronda Racha Penrice,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Nov. 2025
-
Patteron burst out laughing and praising her roast.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
There’s no wishful thinking that our society will stop idealizing appearance, but framing and intrinsic motivation matter.—
Alexa Mikhail,
Flow Space,
8 Oct. 2025
-
There’s a fine line between being crystal clear and idealizing a situation.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
23 Sep. 2025
Adjective
-
Though her early figurative sculptures like The Great Blessing of Abraham and Angel of Joshua are overt in their religious references, her abstract Burntworks feel no less reverent.—
Grace Edquist,
Vogue,
23 Oct. 2025
-
There is a fine line between reverent homage and cheap pastiche; Shelby Oaks largely exists on the latter side.—
Richard Lawson,
HollywoodReporter,
21 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
Weng has been offered a new research project that will contribute to the improved reliability and effectiveness of legged robotic systems by advancing evaluation standards and by promoting transparency regarding the capabilities – and limitations – of these systems, according to a press release.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Nov. 2025
-
While the Bridgerton star has been promoting the Wicked sequel, he has also been given the title of PEOPLE’s Sexiest Man Alive for 2025.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
PEOPLE,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
Still worshipping and leading others in worship – just on my own.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
9 Oct. 2025
-
Its followers strictly adhere to the 29 commandments of Guru Jambheshwar, which include the sacred principles of worshiping and protecting all animals.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
After announcing their engagement in April 2023, Brown and Bongiovi tied the knot in May 2024.—
Janelle Ash,
FOXNews.com,
8 Nov. 2025
-
A day after announcing its Q3 numbers, Solera published Cunha’s undated offer letter.—
Justin Wingerter,
Denver Post,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
The air is thick with chants celebrating his milestone.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
9 Nov. 2025
-
Nebraska tied the game with an extra point after Missouri students rushed the field, celebrating an apparent victory.—
The Athletic College Football Staff,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Glorifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glorifying. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share