idol — a person or thing that is greatly admired, loved, or revered
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person or thing that is greatly admired, loved, or revered
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈaɪdəl/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother thinks K-pop idols all look the same, but I can tell them apart instantly!
- Einstein was my physics teacher's idol, which explains all the crazy hair jokes in class.
- She became an idol to young entrepreneurs after building her company from scratch.
idol
NOUN[/ˈaɪdəl/]
a person or thing that is greatly admired, loved, or revered
Devoted fan worshipping her idol
“I do love her!” the fan said while watching her favorite idol perform. (IDOL → “I DO LOVE!”)
The idol won a music title and became vital to the team’s success.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Greek 'eidolon' meaning 'form' or 'image,' which passed through Latin as 'idolum' to reach its modern English form. Originally denoting an object of religious worship or veneration, the term has evolved in contemporary usage to refer to an admired person or celebrity.
Breakdown
Greek 'eidolon' (form, image) → Latin 'idolum' → English 'idol.' The root refers to visual representation or appearance that becomes an object of veneration.
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📝Examples
“My grandmother thinks K-pop idols all look the same, but I can tell them apart instantly!”
“Einstein was my physics teacher's idol, which explains all the crazy hair jokes in class.”
“She became an idol to young entrepreneurs after building her company from scratch.”
“The ancient idol was discovered buried under centuries of dust and tourist selfies.”
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