deified

verb

Definition of deifiednext
past tense of deify
1
as in worshiped
to love or admire too much materialistic people who deify money

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2
as in venerated
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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3
as in elevated
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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  1. elevated
  2. adored
  3. promoted
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  • Zucker has since elevated to occasional top-six minutes and is fourth on the team with 23 points.
    Matthew Fairburn, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • This causes turtles to float in an awkward position with their rear ends elevated—making swimming considerably difficult and preventing the animal from diving far beneath the surface.
    Elizabeth Gamillo, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
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  • Napoleon House Known and adored for both their warm muffulettas and refreshing Pimm’s Cup, Napoleon House is always worth a pitstop.
    Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Here are some of Christmas classics most adored by the stars.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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  • Are employees of all backgrounds being hired and promoted at the same rates within the workplace?
    Janice Gassam Asare, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Anderson was promoted to lead vocalist after joining Chic on tour, sharing the role with Luci Martin from 1978-1983.
    DeMicia Inman, VIBE.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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