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.

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

• ling,
• Linzy,
• linux,
• links,
• limnos,
• linz,
• linage,
• linaceae,
• linke,
• link,
• Linzey,
• lionize,
• Linck,
• lingo,
• linac,
• LINEs,
• Liang,
• lineage,
• linnaeus,
• lioness,
• Linsey,
• Linch.

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