I‐de″al‐ize (?), v. t. [imp. & p. p.Idealized (?); p. pr. & vb. n.Idealizing (?).] 1. To make ideal; to give an ideal form or value to; to attribute ideal characteristics and excellences to; as, to idealize real life.
2. (Fine Arts) To treat in an ideal manner. See Idealization, 2.