v. t. [ imp. & p. p. Idealized p. pr. & vb. n. Idealizing ]1. To make ideal; to consider as ideal; to give an ideal form or value to; to attribute ideal characteristics and excellences to; as, to idealize real life. [ wns=1 ] [ 1913 Webster ]
2. (Fine Arts) To treat in an ideal manner. See Idealization, 2. [ 1913 Webster ]