idolatrious — showing excessive admiration or devotion to someone or something, especially in a way that seems unreasonable
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: showing excessive admiration or devotion to someone or something, especially in a way that seems unreasonable
Pronunciation (IPA): /aɪˈdɑːlətrəs/
Example Sentences
- Her idolatrous obsession with K-pop stars made her spend her entire salary on concert tickets.
- The coach criticized the team's idolatrous attitude toward the star player.
- His idolatrous reverence for his smartphone was so extreme that he even took it to the shower.
idolatrious
ADJECTIVE[/aɪˈdɑːlətrəs/]
showing excessive admiration or devotion to someone or something, especially in a way that seems unreasonable
a group of teenage fans reaches desperately toward their pop star idol on stage with tears streaming down their faces. They hold up homemade shrines with photos and candles while screaming with pure devotion. The pop star performs casually while the fans treat every gesture like a divine blessing. Their extreme reactions show they worship this person far beyond normal admiration. Other concert-goers in the background look uncomfortable at the fans' over-the-top behavior. Security guards watch nervously as the devoted fans push forward frantically. excessive admiration or devotion to someone in a way that seems unreasonable
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'eidolon' meaning image or idol, and 'latreia' meaning worship or service. Originally referred to the worship of physical idols or images of gods in ancient Greece.
Breakdown
idol (from Greek eidolon = image/idol) + -latrous (from Greek latreia = worship) + -ous (adjective suffix meaning 'characterized by')
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📝Examples
“Her idolatrous obsession with K-pop stars made her spend her entire salary on concert tickets.”
“The coach criticized the team's idolatrous attitude toward the star player.”
“His idolatrous reverence for his smartphone was so extreme that he even took it to the shower.”
“The ancient people were warned against idolatrous practices by religious leaders.”
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