worship
Translation
to adore, to revere, to venerate
Examples
Many people worship a god.
Many people worship a god.
She absolutely worships her older brother.
She absolutely worships her older brother.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) to show reverence and adoration for (a deity or sacred object) Many people worship a god.
Similar Words
Synonyms: adore, revere, venerate
Etymology
From Old English 'weorþscipe', meaning 'worthiness, honour'. A compound of 'worth' and '-ship'.
Memory Tips
Think of showing something its 'worth' by giving it high status or 'ship'.