1. to make legendary; to transform into or treat as a legend
Usage: third-person singular present tense of 'legendize'; often used in literary or cultural contexts

Examples

• The film legendizes the historical figure, emphasizing heroic deeds over documented facts.
• Popular culture legendizes rock stars, turning them into larger-than-life icons.
• The author legendizes the old frontier stories, blending fact with folklore.
• Time legendizes ordinary people into folk heroes through retelling and embellishment.
• The media legendizes athletes, creating narratives that transcend their actual accomplishments.