What does mythicize mean?
Definitions for mythicize
ˈmɪθ əˌsaɪzmythi·cize
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Princeton's WordNet
mythicize, mythiciseverb
interpret as a myth or in terms of mythology
"mythicize the ancient stories"
mythologize, mythologise, mythicize, mythiciseverb
make into a myth
"The Europeans have mythicized Rte. 66"
Wiktionary
mythicizeverb
To make something into a myth
mythicizeverb
To interpret something in terms of mythology
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mythicize
Mythicize refers to the process of turning a real event, person, or phenomena into a myth, legend, or making them seem idealized, extraordinary, or larger than life. It involves adding, exaggerating, or distorting aspects of the subject to create a mythical or exaggerated narrative.
Usage in printed sourcesFrom:
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Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of mythicize in Chaldean Numerology is: 4
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of mythicize in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1
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