ped·es·tal 
/ˈpɛdəstl̟/ noun
plural ped·es·tals /ˈpɛdəstl̟/ noun [count] 1 : the base of a column or other tall object
▪ the pedestal of a vase/lamp/statue 2 — used to describe the position of someone who is admired, successful, etc. ▪ Her boyfriend put/placed her on a pedestal. [=thought of her as a perfect person with no faults] ▪ He wanted a career as an actor, but he didn't want to be put on a pedestal. [=to be treated like a big star] ▪ They're trying to knock the champions off their pedestal. [=to defeat the champions]
▪ the pedestal of a vase/lamp/statue
