Definition

To treat someone as a hero or to make them a hero in the eyes of others.

Example

The community decided to heroize the doctor for her bravery during the crisis.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the scientist who discovered a new vaccine?

Yeah, I heard they want to heroize her for her work!

It's amazing how people can become heroes through their contributions.

Absolutely! It really shows how important science is to society.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Heroize → It is formed from "hero" (from Greek "hērōs", meaning a demigod or a person admired for their courage) and "-ize" (a suffix used to form verbs meaning to make or to become). The word "heroize" means to make someone into a hero or to treat someone as a hero.

Memory Tip

Think of someone being made into a 'hero' — that's what 'heroize' means, to treat someone as a hero.

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