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glorification

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/ˌɡlɔːrɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

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/ˌɡlɒrɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

(glorify)

praise highly

Base FormPresent3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNoun
glorifyglorifiesglorifiesglorifiedglorifiedglorifyingglorifications
Etymology
Etymology Information

'glorification' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'glorificatio,' where 'gloria' meant 'glory' and 'ficare' meant 'to make.'

Historical Evolution

'glorificatio' transformed into the Old French word 'glorification,' and eventually became the modern English word 'glorification' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to make glorious,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the act of glorifying or the state of being glorified.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the act of glorifying or the state of being glorified.

The glorification of heroes in ancient myths is common.

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Last updated: 2025/04/13 09:51