Thesaurus results for IDOL

idol

noun

ˈī-dᵊl

as in hero

a person who is the object of extreme or uncritical devotion a movie star whose portrayal of a comic book superhero in a blockbuster series has made him the idol of millions

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Recent Examples of idol K-pop tourism in 2026 isn’t just about standing outside a building hoping to spot an idol. —

Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 30 Apr. 2026 Set in Los Angeles 1980, the film will chart how a single crime weaves together the lives of a TV host, his restless wife, a country music idol, two small-time crooks and an ex-con, all of whom are chasing the promise of a better life. —

Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 29 Apr. 2026 Yash fans will have to wait a bit longer for their idol’s much anticipated next film. —

Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 29 Apr. 2026 You are not allowed to bring idols for worship, religious material offensive to Islam, pork, or pork products into the country. —

Shradha Shahani, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for idol

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hero

Noun

In fact, the Central Florida Zoo is playing a hero’s role in this heartbreaking rescue, following official guidelines from the national Association of Zoos and Aquariums in trying to nurse the sloths back to health.

— Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 May 2026
Any number of other Knicks played the hero, willing the team to a gutsy victory, showing sudden grit after so many easy blowouts.

— Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 10 May 2026