What is another word for mythologize?
Pronunciation: [mɪθˈɒləd͡ʒˌa͡ɪz] (IPA) 
Mythologize is a verb that means to create or exaggerate mythical or legendary stories. Some synonyms for mythologize include: exaggerate, embellish, fantasize, invent, fictionalize, dramatize, romanticize, and aggrandize. These synonyms all evoke the idea of creating a false narrative or story that is not based in reality. People might mythologize events or historical figures to make them more interesting or heroic, but doing so often means sacrificing accuracy for the sake of a good tale. It is important to distinguish between fact and fiction, and to avoid perpetuating myths or legends as historical truth.
