idealize

verb

1. (transitive)To regard something as ideal.
2. (intransitive)To conceive or form an ideal.

   “People tell me that I wouldn't be so anxious for a lover if I knew the kinds of problems which such a relationship brings, to which I reply that, yes, perhaps I am idealizing somewhat, but basically I know that people aren't plastic, and that where there are human beings there are problems, and, all the same, I think it can be worth it in the long run if there is honesty on both sides.”

3. (transitive)To portray using idealization.