Idealization

usgb/aɪˌdiːələˈzeɪʃn/
noun

The act of imagining someone or something as perfect.

His idealization of his father prevents him from seeing his true flaws.
Visual representation of "idealization" - The act of imagining someone or something as perfect

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  • idealization of relationships
  • idealization of childhood
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Unreal Perfection

Idealization often implies an unrealistically perfect vision, ignoring real flaws or complexities.

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She held an idealization of marriage that didn't account for everyday challenges.
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Emotional Bias

People's feelings can lead them to idealize others, especially in love or admiration.

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Fans' idealization of celebrities can make them overlook their mistakes.
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Cultural Phenomena

Often used to describe society's tendency to glorify certain time periods or lifestyles.

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The idealization of the 1950s ignores the era's societal problems.
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