1. the process of transforming a person, event, or idea into a myth or legend; the act of giving something mythic status or significance
Usage: often used in literary, cultural, or historical analysis

Examples

• The mythicization of the American frontier has shaped how generations understand westward expansion.
• Scholars debate the mythicization of historical figures like King Arthur.
• The film contributes to the mythicization of the outlaw as a romantic hero.
• Through mythicization, ordinary soldiers became legendary warriors in popular memory.
• The mythicization of celebrity culture often obscures the reality of public figures' lives.