How Do You Spell LIONISE?

Pronunciation: [lˈa͡ɪ͡əna͡ɪz] (IPA)

Lionise is a verb that means to treat someone or something as important or special. It is pronounced /ˈlaɪənaɪz/ in IPA transcription, with stress on the second syllable. The spelling of the word follows the common English pattern of adding the suffix '-ise' to the noun 'lion' to create a verb, which means "to treat as a lion." Although the word is commonly spelled with a 'z', it is also acceptable to spell it with an 's' as 'lionise' in British English.

LIONISE Meaning and Definition

  1. The verb "lionise" is defined as the act of regarding or treating someone with great admiration, adulation, or praise. The term is derived from the noun "lion," which symbolizes strength, power, and royalty. When one lionises an individual, it means that they elevate them to a status comparable to that of a lion, often emphasizing their outstanding qualities or achievements.

    To lionise someone is to celebrate their exceptional abilities, talents, or accomplishments in a manner that showcases their importance and uniqueness. This can be done through public recognition, media coverage, or the bestowing of honors and awards. By lionising an individual, society often seeks to highlight their contribution and inspire others by their example.

    Lionisation can occur in various contexts, such as the arts, politics, sports, or even everyday life. People can be lionised for their artistic genius, heroic actions, groundbreaking research, or transformative leadership. It involves generating a cult-like following around a person, turning them into an icon or idol.

    However, the act of lionising is subjective and can sometimes lead to exaggerated adulation or the idolization of flawed individuals. While lionising may stem from genuine admiration, it is essential to maintain a critical mindset and evaluate the true merits and character of those being lionised.

    In summary, to lionise is to elevate and celebrate an individual, treating them with reverence, admiration, and adoration, often due to their exceptional qualities or achievements.

  2. To show the lions to, that is, the noted persons, and the principal objects of interest and curiosity; to treat as a lion or an object of interest.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for LIONISE

  • pionise
  • luonise
  • ljonise
  • lkonise
  • loonise
  • l9onise
  • l8onise
  • liinise
  • liknise
  • lilnise
  • lipnise
  • li0nise
  • li9nise
  • liobise
  • liomise
  • liojise
  • liohise
  • lionuse
  • lionjse
  • mionise

Etymology of LIONISE

The word "lionise" is derived from the noun "lion", which refers to a large felid species found in Africa and Asia known for its strength and majestic appearance. The verb "lionise" developed from this noun and emerged in the early 19th century. It originally meant to treat someone or something as worthy of great admiration or attention, similar to how people admire and praise the strength and regal qualities associated with lions. The term may also be linked to the lion's role as a symbol of bravery, courage, and nobility in various cultures and mythologies.

Similar spelling words for LIONISE

Conjugate verb Lionise

CONDITIONAL

I would lionise
you would lionise
he/she/it would lionise
we would lionise
they would lionise

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be lionising
you would be lionising
he/she/it would be lionising
we would be lionising
they would be lionising

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have lionise
you would have lionise
he/she/it would have lionise
we would have lionise
they would have lionise

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been lionising
you would have been lionising
he/she/it would have been lionising
we would have been lionising
they would have been lionising

FUTURE

I will lionise
you will lionise
he/she/it will lionise
we will lionise
they will lionise

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be lionising
you will be lionising
he/she/it will be lionising
we will be lionising
they will be lionising

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have lionised
you will have lionised
he/she/it will have lionised
we will have lionised
they will have lionised

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been lionising
you will have been lionising
he/she/it will have been lionising
we will have been lionising
they will have been lionising

IMPERATIVE

you lionise
we let´s lionise

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to lionise

PAST

I lionised
you lionised
he/she/it lionised
we lionised
they lionised

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was lionising
you were lionising
he/she/it was lionising
we were lionising
they were lionising

PAST PARTICIPLE

lionised

PAST PERFECT

I had lionised
you had lionised
he/she/it had lionised
we had lionised
they had lionised

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been lionising
you had been lionising
he/she/it had been lionising
we had been lionising
they had been lionising

PRESENT

I lionise
you lionise
he/she/it lionises
we lionise
they lionise

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am lionising
you are lionising
he/she/it is lionising
we are lionising
they are lionising

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

lionising

PRESENT PERFECT

I have lionised
you have lionised
he/she/it has lionised
we have lionised
they have lionised

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been lionising
you have been lionising
he/she/it has been lionising
we have been lionising
they have been lionising
I would have lionised
we would have lionised
you would have lionised
he/she/it would have lionised
they would have lionised

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