Idolatry

Pronunciation: /aɪˈdɑlətri/

Definitions of idolatry

noun excessive or blind adoration, reverence, or devotion

Example Sentences

A1 Idolatry is the worship of idols.

A2 Some cultures have practiced idolatry for centuries.

B1 The preacher warned against the dangers of idolatry.

B2 The museum displayed artifacts related to ancient idolatry.

C1 The scholar's research focused on the history of idolatry in different religions.

C2 The artist's work explored the theme of idolatry in modern society.

Examples of idolatry in a Sentence

formal The practice of idolatry was common in ancient civilizations.

informal Some people still engage in idolatry by worshipping statues.

slang Idolatry is so outdated, don't you think?

figurative For him, money is his idolatry, he worships it above all else.

Grammatical Forms of idolatry

• past tense: idolized
• plural: idolatries
• comparative: more idolatrous
• superlative: most idolatrous
• present tense: idolizes
• future tense: will idolize
• perfect tense: has idolized
• continuous tense: is idolizing
• singular: idolatry
• positive degree: idolatrous
• infinitive: to idolize
• gerund: idolizing
• participle: idolized

Origin and Evolution of idolatry

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'idolatry' originated from the Greek word 'eidōlolatría', which is a combination of 'eidōlon' meaning 'image' or 'idol' and 'latréia' meaning 'worship'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in a religious context to refer to the worship of idols or images, the term 'idolatry' has evolved to also encompass the excessive admiration or devotion towards someone or something, often to the point of being considered as a false god or idol.