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as in venerated
to offer honor or respect to (someone) as a divine power
the ancient Greeks worshipped many different gods
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as in loved
to feel passion, devotion, or tenderness for
the new father worships his baby daughter, and would do anything for her
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as in adored
to love or admire too much
thought that some of her fellow senior citizens worshipped the old days too much, observing that they weren't all good
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Recent Examples of worshipped
Yahya Salem, CNN Money, 17 Feb. 2026
One moment they’re worshiped on social media; the next, they’re scorched.
—Kevin Sherrington
feb. 4, Dallas Morning News, 4 Feb. 2026
Frail elderly women, swathed in headscarves and saris, worshipped while sitting on puddled pavement near corroded metal changing lockers plastered with ads for Glow & Lovely skin cream.
—Norma Meyer, Oc Register, 4 Feb. 2026
Irish, Italian, German, and Polish communities each worshipped—in Latin—at their own churches, often within blocks of one another.
—Paul Elie, New Yorker, 5 Jan. 2026
As their youngest uncle, Turner’s nieces and nephews worshiped him.
—Roni Jacobson, New York Daily News, 4 Jan. 2026
Jack was an upright, Republican civil engineer who worshipped capitalism and the teachings of Norman Vincent Peale.
—Hadley Hall Meares, Vanity Fair, 26 Dec. 2025
Ancient and not-so-ancient cultures were keenly aware of the sun’s annual cycle in the sky, and many worshipped it.
—Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, 21 Dec. 2025
That race introduced Kipchoge, with his gnomic wisdom and inscrutable smile, to a broader audience outside the running aficionados who already worshipped him.
—The Editors, Outside, 15 Dec. 2025
Verb
At Karmel Mall’s prayer hall, where hundreds worshiped daily, congregations were less than half their usual size, Sabri said.
—Yahya Salem, CNN Money, 17 Feb. 2026
One moment they’re worshiped on social media; the next, they’re scorched.
—Kevin Sherrington
feb. 4, Dallas Morning News, 4 Feb. 2026
Frail elderly women, swathed in headscarves and saris, worshipped while sitting on puddled pavement near corroded metal changing lockers plastered with ads for Glow & Lovely skin cream.
—Norma Meyer, Oc Register, 4 Feb. 2026
Irish, Italian, German, and Polish communities each worshipped—in Latin—at their own churches, often within blocks of one another.
—Paul Elie, New Yorker, 5 Jan. 2026
As their youngest uncle, Turner’s nieces and nephews worshiped him.
—Roni Jacobson, New York Daily News, 4 Jan. 2026
Jack was an upright, Republican civil engineer who worshipped capitalism and the teachings of Norman Vincent Peale.
—Hadley Hall Meares, Vanity Fair, 26 Dec. 2025
Ancient and not-so-ancient cultures were keenly aware of the sun’s annual cycle in the sky, and many worshipped it.
—Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, 21 Dec. 2025
That race introduced Kipchoge, with his gnomic wisdom and inscrutable smile, to a broader audience outside the running aficionados who already worshipped him.
—The Editors, Outside, 15 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for worshipped
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Despite his revered output and sturdy bonds in the grime scene, Ellis remained humble throughout his career arc.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
10 Mar. 2026
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The 23rd annual True/False film festival in Columbia, MO has reached its midway point, with one of documentary’s most revered talents presiding as Visiting Artistic Director – Oscar nominee Yance Ford.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
7 Mar. 2026
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Dozens of firearms also were recovered, including handguns with images of Santa Muerte (a Mexican folk saint venerated by drug dealers) and more than 1,000 rounds of ammunition.—
Andrea Flores,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Mar. 2026
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In ancient Greece certain mortals who had achieved kleos (glory or fame) in life were venerated in death.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Feb. 2026
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Requiring no special pan, this festive cake is loved by both kids and adults.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
8 Mar. 2026
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Preston loved music, his grandmother said, particularly gospel and rap.—
Katie Langford,
Denver Post,
7 Mar. 2026
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At first glance, The Bread Club in Dallas is a beautiful pastry shop adored by Instagram influencers.—
Sarah Blaskovich,
Dallas Morning News,
9 Mar. 2026
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Salvias are adored for their abundant blooms which attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds to the garden.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
6 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The ashes are consecrated with holy water and incense before being administered.—
Catherine Messier,
The Providence Journal,
11 Feb. 2026
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Recently listed with Savills for €36 million (about $42 million), the sprawling property doesn’t just have a grand residence but also an authentic castle, along with a consecrated 12th-century church, its own vineyard, and olive groves.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
30 Jan. 2026
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Then a Chicago Tribune reporter, Reynolds had idolized Jackson.—
Gail Sheehy,
Vanity Fair,
20 Feb. 2026
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Rafaela, who began his professional career as a middle infielder in the Red Sox minor leagues, idolized him.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Worshipped.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/worshipped. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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