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as in idealized
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as in glamorized
to represent or think of as better than reality would warrant
he romanticized what life in a small town would be like, only to be later disappointed when reality intruded
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Recent Examples of romanticized
Lara Walsh, InStyle, 6 Jan. 2026
The fourth cycle, Scotland, is wonderfully atmospheric, filled with suspense and romanticized landscapes.
—Ernesto Lechner, HollywoodReporter, 13 Nov. 2025
The fact that Paul doesn’t need The Bachelorette to rise to fame opens more space for the sort of romanticized yearning that was a hallmark of early Bachelor seasons.
—Olivia Crandall, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2025
Cinderella Castle, built in 1971, was originally painted in grays, blues, and golds, mimicking a European-style palace-fortress with romanticized medieval elements, according to Disney.
—Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Sep. 2025
The era was far from the utopian Camelot suggested by uncritical romanticized mythology.
—Leah M. Wright, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2025
Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
Burnout was romanticized, and ambition was wrapped in excess.
—Dasha Shunina, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Somewhere along the way, what was once romanticized in classics like The Notebook—effort, thoughtfulness, relentless pursuit—has been reframed as unattractive instead of brave.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 14 Jan. 2026
Of course, the Weeknd has long romanticized his own self-destruction, but here, as the water fills his lungs, death finally loses its glamour—there’s nothing romantic about a man incapable of or unwilling to save himself from drowning.
—Literary Hub, 14 Jan. 2026
The complaint claims that ChatGPT romanticized death and reassured Gordon during moments of emotional distress.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 14 Jan. 2026
There are no talking-head interviews putting addiction into a moral context, nor are there romanticized vagabonds.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 27 Dec. 2025
The idea of what a tough guy is is a little bit romanticized in the archetype of Clint Eastwood – just being really stoic and not saying a lot.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 29 Oct. 2025
Elk hunting has always been romanticized for us Easterners.
—Derek Horner, Outdoor Life, 8 Oct. 2025
Adjective
In a new retelling of the Robin Hood legend, the Wolverine alum turns the romanticized folklore character on his head with an all-new older character and appearance.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 6 Jan. 2026
The fourth cycle, Scotland, is wonderfully atmospheric, filled with suspense and romanticized landscapes.
—Ernesto Lechner, HollywoodReporter, 13 Nov. 2025
The fact that Paul doesn’t need The Bachelorette to rise to fame opens more space for the sort of romanticized yearning that was a hallmark of early Bachelor seasons.
—Olivia Crandall, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2025
Cinderella Castle, built in 1971, was originally painted in grays, blues, and golds, mimicking a European-style palace-fortress with romanticized medieval elements, according to Disney.
—Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Sep. 2025
The era was far from the utopian Camelot suggested by uncritical romanticized mythology.
—Leah M. Wright, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2025
Verb
There is nothing romanticized about the pain her characters experience.
—Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
Burnout was romanticized, and ambition was wrapped in excess.
—Dasha Shunina, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Somewhere along the way, what was once romanticized in classics like The Notebook—effort, thoughtfulness, relentless pursuit—has been reframed as unattractive instead of brave.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 14 Jan. 2026
Of course, the Weeknd has long romanticized his own self-destruction, but here, as the water fills his lungs, death finally loses its glamour—there’s nothing romantic about a man incapable of or unwilling to save himself from drowning.
—Literary Hub, 14 Jan. 2026
The complaint claims that ChatGPT romanticized death and reassured Gordon during moments of emotional distress.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 14 Jan. 2026
There are no talking-head interviews putting addiction into a moral context, nor are there romanticized vagabonds.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 27 Dec. 2025
The idea of what a tough guy is is a little bit romanticized in the archetype of Clint Eastwood – just being really stoic and not saying a lot.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 29 Oct. 2025
Elk hunting has always been romanticized for us Easterners.
—Derek Horner, Outdoor Life, 8 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for romanticized
Adjective
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Seahawks players don’t shy away from comparisons to the famed Legion of Boom, but are looking to make their own mark as a historically great NFL defense.—
Michael Nowels,
Mercury News,
8 Feb. 2026
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The Main Event Three teams — Team Fresh, Reality Royalty, and The Menaces — faced off in basketball, soccer penalty kicks, and a high-intensity dodgeball finale inside the famed league arena known for celebrity basketball showdowns.—
Kaitlyn Gomez,
USA Today,
8 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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American Express travel data show bookings to Japan among Gen Z and millennials have surged 1,300% since 2019, turning the country into an idealized escape where trains are on time, streets are spotless, and strangers are unfailingly polite.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
5 Feb. 2026
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People tend to embrace the idealized versions of themselves, their homes, or their lives as the bounds of their potential, not as its median.—
Franklin Schneider,
The Atlantic,
4 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Often, fires are depicted in an overly dramatic or glamorized way, but each home represents a person’s life.—
TIME Photo Department,
Time,
23 Dec. 2025
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My journey will be publicized and glamorized, but my evolution process is sacred to me.—
Leah Asmelash,
CNN Money,
23 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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Vrabel, who also won Coach of the Year with the Tennessee Titans in 2021, steered the Patriots to a 14-3 record and a berth in Super Bowl LX in his first season on the job, revitalizing the storied franchise following back-to-back 4-13 campaigns.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
6 Feb. 2026
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Reggaeton and Hip-Hop Party – Catch One This late-night party brings high-energy reggaeton and hip-hop to one of Los Angeles’ most storied venues.—
Holly Alvarado,
Oc Register,
6 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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This research marks the first time scientists have identified the specific amino acids — arginine and tyrosine — that act as molecular glue, giving spider silk its legendary properties.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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Co-curated by legendary stunt artist Buddy Joe Hooker, the lineup plays like a compact history of screen danger.—
Maira Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Indeed, Orient Express is perhaps the most mythic name in the travel world.—
Adam Erace,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Feb. 2026
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What begins as paranormal record-keeping gradually reveals a mythic tale centered on people who, fittingly, were mostly writers.—
Shannon Taggart,
Artforum,
1 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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In a time where fabled bottles are traded and shelved as trophies, Soo Hoo’s decision to open this one is radical.—
Pin Yen Tan 9 min ago,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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Booker expressed concerns about Netflix and Paramount taking control of the fabled studio.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
3 Feb. 2026
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“Romanticized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/romanticized. Accessed 12 Feb. 2026.
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