Antonyms for lionization

Grammar : Noun

Spell : lahy-uh-nahyz

Phonetic Transcription : ˈlaɪ əˌnaɪz

Definition of lionization

Origin : "to treat (someone) as a celebrity," a hybrid from lion + -ize. Used by Scott, 1809, and preserving lion in the sense of "person of note who is much sought-after" (1715), originally in reference to the lions formerly kept in the Tower of London (referred to from late 16c.), objects of general curiosity that every visitor in town was taken to see. Related: Lionized; lionizing.

As in popularity : noun recognition, celebrity
As in elevation : noun advancement, promotion
As in exaltation : noun promotion, praise
As in honor : noun respect
As in importance : noun prominence, standing

Example sentences :

Then came the news of Speke's return and lionization in London.
Extract from : « The Life of Sir Richard Burton » by Thomas Wright

The renowned Tupper is undergoing the process of lionization.
Extract from : « Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Volume 2, No. 12, May, 1851. » by Various

A Bayard in society—a Raphael at the easel, he bore a distinguished part in the lionization of the day.
Extract from : « Alone » by Marion Harland

Paris made a great fuss over him, but he took his lionization very calmly.
Extract from : « The Sunny Side of Diplomatic Life, 1875-1912 » by Lillie DeHegermann-Lindencrone

Synonyms for lionization

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