Word of the day

lionize

1. give a lot of public attention and approval to (someone); treat as a celebrity

“modern athletes are lionized

verb

/ˈlaɪəˌnaɪz/

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lionize

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Choose the word that best fits in the phrase

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"The artist was lionized by fans, who clamored to _____ him at the gallery opening."

Select three words related to lionize

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  • eulogize
  • commend
  • attack
  • disparage
  • admire
  • berate

Choose the phrase that uses lionize correctly

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