Worshiping

Pronunciation: /ˈwɜːr.ʃɪp.ɪŋ/

Definitions of worshiping

verb The act of showing reverence and adoration towards a deity or object of worship.

Example Sentences

A1 I enjoy worshiping at the local church every Sunday.

A2 She was seen worshiping at the temple during the festival.

B1 Many people find comfort in worshiping their chosen deity.

B2 The artist's fans were fervently worshiping him at the concert.

C1 The devotees were deeply engrossed in worshiping the sacred idol.

C2 The monks spent hours each day worshiping in silent meditation.

Examples of worshiping in a Sentence

formal The community gathered at the temple for worshiping on Sunday mornings.

informal We always have a great time worshiping together at church.

slang I'm not really into the whole worshiping thing, but I'll go if you want me to.

figurative She was worshiping the ground he walked on, completely infatuated with him.

Grammatical Forms of worshiping

• past tense: worshiped
• plural: worshipers
• comparative: more worshiping
• superlative: most worshiping
• present tense: worship
• future tense: will worship
• perfect tense: have worshiped
• continuous tense: is worshiping
• singular: worshiper
• positive degree: worshiping
• infinitive: to worship
• gerund: worshiping
• participle: worshiped

Origin and Evolution of worshiping

First Known Use: 1200 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'worshiping' originated from the Old English word 'weorþscipe', which means the condition of being worthy or honorable.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'worshiping' evolved to encompass the act of showing reverence or adoration towards a deity or religious figure, as well as showing respect or admiration towards someone or something of great importance.