[Mrs. Don-o]

I think we have a difficulty here, due to the elasticity of definition of that word "idolize".

It could mean "enthusiastically admire" (like, the kids idolizes Spiderman.)

It could mean just "put on a pedestal" (like, "Antifa says we should not idolize Washington and Lincoln.")

It could mean "deify" (like, "Don't idolize Diana!)

That's why it's a word one might choose to insinuate something, but an inapt word if what you want is exact accuracy.

That's why a word like "venerate" is better.

That's why careful, truthful people -- especially in settings where misunderstanding may arise --- use exact terminology like Dulia, Hyperdulia, and Latria.

I appreciate keeping this in mind for clearer communication.

[aMorePerfectUnion]

“I appreciate keeping this in mind for clearer communication.

I used the word idolize very precisely.

You can choose whichever word you prefer.

[metmom]

OF course Catholics idolize her.

They literally make statutes, put them on a pedestal, bow down before them and pray to them while bowing down.

THAT is idolizing her.

[Elsie]

...use exact terminology like Dulia, Hyperdulia, and Latria.

NONE of which was seen directed towards Mary of the Bible.

Well; until the year: ???