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Vocabulary Entry
dulcinea
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A term used to describe a highly idealized woman, often associated with unrequited love or romantic longing.
Example Sentences
"He called her his dulcinea, seeing her as the perfect embodiment of love."
"In the story, the knight's quest was fueled by his affection for his dulcinea."
"Many poets have written about their dulcinea, celebrating her beauty and virtue."
V
verb
To idealize or romanticize someone beyond their actual qualities or to act in a chivalrous manner towards someone.
Example Sentences
"He tended to dulcinea every time he saw her, making mountains out of molehills."
"You shouldn’t dulcinea her too much; she has flaws like anyone else."
"They often dulcinea their love interests, creating an unrealistic image of them."