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Glamourizing: meaning, definitions and examples

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glamourizing

 

[ ˈɡlæm.ər.aɪ.zɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

making attractive

Glamourizing refers to the act of making something appear more appealing, desirable, or attractive than it may actually be. This often involves embellishment, exaggeration, or the use of visual effects to enhance an object's or person's allure. The process can be seen in various mediums, including advertising, fashion, and film, where common scenes or ideas are transformed into something more glamorous. It can also convey a sense of aspiration or idealism, often leading to unrealistic expectations. While glamourizing can be engaging, it can also obscure the truth behind the subject being presented.

Synonyms

embellishing, enhancing, exaggerating, idealizing, romanticizing.

Examples of usage

  • The advertising campaign is glamourizing the product.
  • She was glamourizing her lifestyle on social media.
  • The film glamourizes the lives of celebrities.
  • They are glamourizing the travel experience in their brochure.

Translations

Translations of the word "glamourizing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 glamourizar

🇮🇳 ग्लैमराइजिंग

🇩🇪 Glamourisieren

🇮🇩 membuat glamor

🇺🇦 гламуризація

🇵🇱 glamouryzacja

🇯🇵 グラマライズ

🇫🇷 glamouriser

🇪🇸 glamourizar

🇹🇷 görkemli hale getirmek

🇰🇷 글래머화하다

🇸🇦 تجميل

🇨🇿 glamourizace

🇸🇰 glamourizovanie

🇨🇳 魅力化

🇸🇮 glamourizacija

🇮🇸 glamourizing

🇰🇿 гламуризация

🇬🇪 გლამურიზაცია

🇦🇿 glamourlaşdırma

🇲🇽 glamourizar

Etymology

The term 'glamour' originated in the early 18th century in Scotland, derived from 'grammar', which was historically associated with the mysterious and the unreal. It indicated an air of elegance and charm that could often be misleading or not easily understood. The concept was initially used in the context of literature and poetry, describing enchantment and fascination with beauty. Over time, 'glamour' evolved into its current meaning, emphasizing attractiveness and allure, particularly in fashion and media industries. The verb 'glamourize' came into common usage in the mid-20th century, as advertising and media began to shape perceptions of beauty and lifestyle. In contemporary language, glamourizing often carries connotations of superficiality and the construction of idealized images.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,447, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.