heroize

[ heer-oh-ahyz ]

verb (used with object)

, he·ro·ized, he·ro·iz·ing.

1. to make a hero of:

   a war film that heroizes the warrior.

Other Words From

• hero·iz·ation noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of heroize¹

First recorded in 1730–40; hero + -ize

Example Sentences

To "heroize" a boy in class every time he does a meritorious act will very likely spoil him.

From Project Gutenberg

An attempt was made to heroize him, but he withdrew to the seclusion of his room and would see no one.

From Project Gutenberg