Word Image
plural: idols
Part Of Speech
noun
Word Meaning
an image worshipped as a god; a greatly loved and admired person or thing
Word Family
idolize
idolizer
idolizing
idolism
idolater
idolatry
Sentences
Teenage girls idolized The Beatles when they first came out.
The ancient statue was a revered idol, worshipped by the people.
As a movie star, his status as an idol was lowered when his bad behavior came to light.
The country idolized its war heroes, celebrating their bravery and sacrifice.
The actor was her idol, and she knew everything about him.
Her young fans idolized the pop star, following her every move.
Many ancient Egyptian gods and goddesses stood as idols to the people.
Blind adoration of celebrities can lead to idolatry, blurring the lines between reality and fantasy.
Sports stars become the idols of children and young adults.
The cult’s practices bordered on idolatry, with members following the leader without question.
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