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
Carolina Abbott Galvão, The Dial, 6 Jan. 2026
But instead of glorifying or condemning them, Kurzel and his frequent collaborator, writer Shaun Grant, interrogate the weaknesses and traumas that push them into aggression.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 1 Dec. 2025
Pope, speaking about social media content on TikTok, warns that as long as skinniness is seen as an indicator of societal status and health, content glorifying thinness will replicate on other platforms.
—Rachel Hale, USA Today, 25 Nov. 2025
Remembrance has never been about glorifying war.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
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
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
Verb
By glorifying the industry, critics say, agronejo artists help to foster public support for these practices.
—Carolina Abbott Galvão, The Dial, 6 Jan. 2026
But instead of glorifying or condemning them, Kurzel and his frequent collaborator, writer Shaun Grant, interrogate the weaknesses and traumas that push them into aggression.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 1 Dec. 2025
Pope, speaking about social media content on TikTok, warns that as long as skinniness is seen as an indicator of societal status and health, content glorifying thinness will replicate on other platforms.
—Rachel Hale, USA Today, 25 Nov. 2025
Remembrance has never been about glorifying war.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
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
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for glorifying
Verb
-
The responsibility of elevating figure skating.—
Marcus Thompson II,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
-
Two of his followers were the parents of Kim Il Sung, and Cheng tracks how a family’s faith and American proselytizing became the roots of Kimilsungism, the ideology elevating the rulers of North Korea to a nearly deified state of veneration.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
-
Hudson has heard from studio heads, producers and other past collaborators praising her work.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Jan. 2026
-
In a post on X, Huberman shared the White House’s graphic of the new pyramid, praising the decisions that were made.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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
-
Inside, the mood was hushed, reverent.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
16 Dec. 2025
-
It’s been heartening to see these many reverent tributes to not only Reiner’s good deeds in the arena of social justice, but also to his film work, which has maybe not always been properly appreciated for its breadth and vitality.—
Richard Lawson,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Dec. 2025
Verb
-
The core purpose of Taste Addison – promoting Addison's 200+ restaurants – will be reenvisioned to include new, year-round options to support and elevate North Texas' most vibrant dining hub.—
S.E. Jenkins,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
-
Still, the district put full faith in its current coaches, promoting from within.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Jan. 2026
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 Jan. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share