idolatrous — worshipping idols or showing excessive admiration for something
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: worshipping idols or showing excessive admiration for something
Pronunciation (IPA): /aɪˈdɑːlətrəs/
Example Sentences
- His idolatrous obsession with celebrities made him spend his entire salary on concert tickets.
- The ancient temple was filled with idolatrous statues and offerings.
- She criticized the idolatrous culture surrounding social media influencers.
idolatrous
ADJECTIVE[/aɪˈdɑːlətrəs/]
worshipping idols or showing excessive admiration for something
a group of people kneel before a large golden statue with their hands pressed together in prayer. They bow deeply with their faces touching the ground in complete submission. The worshippers have brought elaborate offerings of gold, jewels, and flowers piled high around the statue's base. Their devotion appears so intense that they ignore everything else around them, including a wise elder trying to get their attention. Other temple visitors watch with concern as the group continues their excessive worship. people worshipping idols and showing excessive admiration for something material
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'eidolon' meaning image or idol, combined with 'latreia' meaning worship or service. The word entered English through Latin and Old French, originally describing religious worship of idols or false gods.
Breakdown
idol (from Greek 'eidolon' = image/form) + -latrous (from Greek 'latreia' = worship/service)
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📝Examples
“His idolatrous obsession with celebrities made him spend his entire salary on concert tickets.”
“The ancient temple was filled with idolatrous statues and offerings.”
“She criticized the idolatrous culture surrounding social media influencers.”
“The teenager's idolatrous reverence for his gaming chair was so extreme that he kissed it goodnight.”
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