HERO-WORSHIPPING Synonyms: 80 Similar and Opposite Words

hero-worshipping

verb

variants also hero-worshiping

present participle of hero-worship

as in adoring

to love or admire too much people who hero-worship celebrities are setting themselves up for disappointment

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as in praising

to praise too much a golfing pro who is hero-worshipped by hordes of weekend duffers

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Set in Rome, Kentucky, the first When In Rome book centers Amelia Rose, known as Rae Rose to her adoring fanbase.

— Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 23 July 2026
Keegan was desperate to awaken the sleeping Tyneside beast and get Newcastle back to the top flight and immediately announced himself to his adoring new fanbase, scoring the winning goal on his debut against Queens Park Rangers at St James’.

— James Pearce, New York Times, 22 July 2026

Definition of adoring

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Trump did strike some notes of unity, praising the Secret Service and denouncing political violence.

— Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
Sandy Anderson, the chamber of commerce’s vice president of member services, kicked off the ribbon cutting by praising the market for its commitment to local businesses.

— Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 25 July 2026

Definition of praising

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Visitors from the four corners of the soccer-worshipping earth descended upon our huge and beautifully chaotic country and a whole bunch of them seemed to fall in love with the place and its people.

— Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 17 July 2026
Inside, inscriptions bearing Paser's name depict him worshipping various deities inside shrines, as well as seated with his wife before an offering table.

— CBS News, CBS News, 12 July 2026

Definition of worshipping

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The peaceful massaging relaxation of these luxurious tubs can be a dream for many.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 29 July 2026
Combined with massaging seats, powerful climate control and extensive sound insulation, the technology turns an unpleasant commute into something approaching a sensory deprivation chamber.

— Karl Brauer, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026

Definition of massaging

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There was only one other visitor, another mother stroking another small head.

— Fran Moreland Johns, The Atlantic, 11 May 2026
Alongside Cruise feeding and stroking his dying cat while walking around his mansion with his gut hanging out, there are shots of planes readying for battle and collapsing polar ice caps.

— Brent Lang, Variety, 15 Apr. 2026

Definition of stroking

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Reactions to Graves’ retirement Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas spoke at the Thursday press conference, commending Graves for her leadership.

— Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026
The meteorologist’s followers are commending her for her environmentally friendly practice.

— Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026

Definition of commending

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The text is a reference to the song’s lyrics, which see Bad Bunny congratulating and thanking his parents for giving birth to him.

— Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 31 July 2026
As Kelce walked, fans attending the Chiefs’ open practice called out for his attention, with some congratulating him on his recent nuptials.

— Natasha Dye, PEOPLE, 29 July 2026

Definition of congratulating

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Before guests began eating dinner, Weijia Jiang, president of the White House Correspondents' Association delivered an impassioned speech condemning political violence and applauding attendants bravery after the shooting at the April event.

— Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 24 July 2026
Paul appeared to take the joke in stride, laughing and applauding as cameras cut to him in the crowd.

— Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 16 July 2026

Definition of applauding

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