CANONIZE Synonyms: 76 Similar and Opposite Words

canonize

verb

ˈka-nə-ˌnīz

Definition of canonize

as in to adore

to love or admire too much a singing star so canonized by his fans that they refuse to believe anything bad about him

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as in to elevate

to assign a high status or value to those movie buffs who have canonized Alfred Hitchcock as filmdom's preeminent director

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Recent Examples of canonize Early reports of the relationship between the Marists and the parish canonize it as a perfect match. — Hannah Brueske, Twin Cities, 31 May 2026 Four years ago, the Church canonized him as a saint. — Katie Thornton, Harpers Magazine, 26 May 2026 Gaudí is on the path to possible sainthood, but he won’t be canonized during the pope’s trip, Spain’s bishops said Wednesday. — Nicole Winfield, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2026 Gaudí is on the path to possible sainthood, but he won't be canonized during the pope's trip, Spain's bishops said Wednesday. — ABC News, 6 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for canonize

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Jet Fans of the New York Jets will adore this slick moniker for a tiny tyke.

— Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 1 Sep. 2026
Market on Close The analyst corps that covers Nvidia is mostly adoring.

— Michael Santoli, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of adore

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The Property Masters Guild aims to highlight and elevate the craft of the Property Master by raising awareness, fostering collaboration among craft artisans, educating its members and inspiring future generations of Property Masters.

— Isabelle Farina, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
As Altman absorbs the public’s fears and frustrations over AI, the company has recently sought to elevate Brockman’s profile as a counterweight.

— Alex Heath, Time, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of elevate

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Shankara advises that worshipping gods with names and stories through devotional rituals and sacred images (murtis) is an acceptable step for some people on the path toward a more philosophical understanding of an all-pervasive ultimate reality.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 Aug. 2026
She was promoted to worship leader, a job typically held by an older member of the church.

— CT Jones, Rolling Stone, 26 Aug. 2026

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When applied to the scalp, certain peptides can send signals that promote follicle function, extend the growth phase of the hair cycle, and strengthen the tissue surrounding the follicle.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 28 Aug. 2026
Trump has also promoted the destruction of Iran's nuclear facilities and navy, and the reduction in missile and drone capabilities, as measures of success.

— Bart Jansen, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of promote

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Right now the only person who likes Heather is Carmella, and that’s because Heather is throwing some work Carmella’s way and trying to find a law school apartment for her daughter Cat.

— Brian Moylan, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
Nvidia reported blowout financial results on Wednesday , giving Wall Street analysts even more reasons to like its stock.

— Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026

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In a gesture of peace, al Sharaa enshrined key rights for Kurds via presidential decree, such as protection of the Kurdish language and recognition of Kurdish holidays.

— Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 27 Aug. 2026
Promises from interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa to enshrine Kurdish language and political rights offer new hope, even as rising prices and subsidy cuts fuel protests and deep skepticism.

— Hogir al Abdo, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026

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