verb as in strong fondness

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fetishize, idealize

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Example Sentences

Example:He fetishized his basketball shoes, treating them as if they were imbued with supernatural abilities.

Definition:To attribute exaggerated importance or value to an inessential aspect, especially in a sexual context.

From fetishize

Example:She idealized her dream partner, making him seem perfect in her mind.

Definition:To regard as perfect or divine, often to an unrealistic or extremely high degree.

From idealize