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Idolatry

Description:

Idolatry refers to the worship or excessive admiration of idols or physical representations of deities, objects, or persons. It is the practice of attributing divine power or significance to these idols.

Sample Sentences:

Noun (Religious):

1. The ancient civilizations were known for their idolatry, with elaborate temples dedicated to various gods and goddesses.
2. Idolatry was condemned in many religious scriptures as a deviation from the true worship of a supreme being.

Noun (Figurative):

3. The young actress' fans showed their idolatry by camping outside the movie theater for days just to catch a glimpse of her.
4. His idolatry for his favorite sports team led him to collect every piece of merchandise associated with it.

Related adjective:

5. Her friends were shocked by her idolatrous behavior towards the famous musician, as she seemed to worship him blindly.
6. The idolatrous rituals performed by the tribe were believed to invoke the power of the spirits.

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