Synonyms of 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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• hero
• god
• icon
• model
• classic
• paragon
• ideal
• exemplar
• nonpareil
• beau ideal

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of idol

Born on June 2, 1939, in Charleston, Missouri, Bradford was inspired to be a writer after her idol, poet Robert Frost, visited her high school. — Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 22 Aug. 2026

Katseye doesn’t seem to get in as much trouble as K-pop idols have in the past for swearing; a patina of unruliness has endeared the group to its followers. — Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 21 Aug. 2026

And as Hollywood themes go, the Nuggets are giving off tiki idol Brady Bunch vibes. — Troy Renck, Denver Post, 20 Aug. 2026

Tovar attributed Ariel Camacho as being one of his biggest idols growing up and said that his music inspired him to pick up the guitar. — Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 19 Aug. 2026