proverbializes

Example:The town obituaryized him as 'the heartbeat of the community' during the tribute gathering.

Definition:Less commonly used, to attribute or ascribe a characteristic or saying to a deceased person or entity, often in a memorial context.

Example:The movie was apotheosized as a modern classic with the phrase, 'It’s not just a movie; it’s a phenomenon.'

Definition:To elevate a person or thing to a state of divine status, often used figuratively when referring to popular culture or media personalities.