glorification
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glorification
The act of praising, celebrating, or portraying someone or something in an overly idealized way, often in a manner that makes reality look better than it is.
Die Verherrlichung von Gewalt in den Medien wird von vielen kritisiert.
The glorification of violence in the media is criticized by many.
The word is derived from the verb 'verherrlichen' (to glorify). This consists of the prefix 'ver-' and the adjective 'herrlich' (wonderful/glorious). Literally, it means to make or portray something as wonderful or glorious.
Manche Filme werden für ihre Verherrlichung eines unrealistischen Lebensstils kritisiert.
Some films are criticized for their glorification of an unrealistic lifestyle.
To say what is being glorified, it is usually followed by a noun in the genitive or a 'von' construction with the dative.
Die Verherrlichung des Krieges ist ein gefährlicher Trend.
The glorification of war is a dangerous trend.
This word almost always has a negative meaning. It is used to criticize the fact that something positive is exaggerated and the negative aspects are ignored.
Historiker warnen vor der Verherrlichung autoritärer Herrscher.
Historians warn against the glorification of authoritarian rulers.
idealization / transfiguration
Both words refer to an excessively positive portrayal. Verherrlichung emphasizes explicitly praising and celebrating a person or thing. Verklärung refers more to a glossing-over, often retrospective view in which negative aspects are left out.
Das ständige Lob des früheren Herrschers macht den Film zu einer Verherrlichung seiner Regierungszeit.
The film's constant praise of the former ruler turns it into a glorification of his reign.
Das Ausblenden aller damaligen Probleme macht den Film zu einer Verklärung seiner Regierungszeit.
By leaving out all the problems of that time, the film turns his reign into an idealized portrayal.
