To make (something) appear to be more glorious than it is; regard something or someone as excellent baselessly.
To exalt, or give glory or praise to (something or someone).
Some movies glorify mobsters by making them seem like the cool kids around the block.
To worship or extol.
To compromise, damage, soil, or sully.
To lose its lustre or attraction; to become dull.
To oxidize or discolor due to oxidation.
Oxidation or discoloration, especially of a decorative metal exposed to air.