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romanticise

/rɒmæntaɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does romanticise mean?

verb

to attribute or assign a romantic quality to something, often unrealistically or excessively so. To idealize or sentimentalize something.

Example

"The artist romanticised the city's dark past in her paintings, adding a touch of mystery and allure."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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