worships; worshipped also US worshiped; worshipping also US worshiping
1
: to honor or respect (someone or something) as a god
Many ancient cultures worshipped the sun and moon.
2
: to show respect and love for God or for a god especially by praying, having religious services, etc.
They worship at this temple.
I worship God in my own way.
3
: to love or honor (someone or something) very much or too much
As a kid I worshipped [=idolized] my brother.
Our society worships money.
He worships the ground she walks on. [=he admires/loves her very much]
My parents worship at the altar of money. [=my parents value money too much]
1
: the act of showing respect and love for a god especially by praying with other people who believe in the same god : the act of worshipping God or a god
worship of gods and goddesses
The ceremony will be held at our place/house of worship. [=at our church, synagogue, etc.]
Worship services are held daily.
2
: excessive admiration for someone
the media's worship of celebrities
3
British
—used as a title when addressing or referring to certain officials (such as mayors and magistrates) —used with his, her, your, or their
Thank you, your Worship.
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“Worship.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/worship. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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