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worshiper

/ˈwɜːr.ʃɪ.pər/
(UK: worshipper)
wor · ship · er
Adverb:worshipfully
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Plural:worshipers
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Adjective:worshipful
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worshiper Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

American A person who shows reverence and adoration for a deity or participates in religious rites and services.

Example

"The ancient temple was filled with quiet worshipers offering prayers at dawn."

2

American A person who feels great admiration, devotion, or love for someone or something.

Example

"As a lifelong worshiper of classical architecture, she spent hours sketching the cathedral's facade."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Both "worshiper" (with one 'p') and "worshipper" (with two 'p's) are accepted in American English, whereas British English exclusively uses "worshipper".

• Nearby Words

worrywart
worsen
worship
worshiper
worshipful
worshipper
worst

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from the verb "worship" (from Old English "weorthscipe", meaning 'condition of being worthy of honor') combined with the agentive suffix "-er".

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Worshiper. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/worshiper
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