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worship Synonyms

Another word for worship

Choosing another word for worship depends on context, so the 25 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The feeling or expression of reverence and adoration for a deity, including religious rites and prayers.

Usage Example

"The ancient temple was constructed as a sacred place of veneration for the local community."

Strongest
veneration
reverence
adoration
Strong
devotion
homage
piety
exaltation

• verb (Context 2)

To show reverence and adoration for a deity, or to take part in a religious service.

Usage Example

"Congregants gather every Sunday morning to revere at the historic parish church."

Strongest
revere
venerate
adore
Strong
exalt
glorify
praise
hallow

• noun (Context 3)

Great admiration, intense love, or unquestioning devotion directed toward a person, ideal, or thing.

Usage Example

"The critic warned that society's blind idolization of celebrity culture often overshadows genuine artistic achievement."

Strongest
idolization
adulation
Strong
admiration
infatuation
esteem

• verb (Context 4)

To feel or express intense love, admiration, or devotion toward someone or something.

Usage Example

"As a young violinist, she used to idolize her music teacher and imitate her playing style."

Strongest
idolize
adore
Strong
cherish
treasure
admire
look up to
dote on

Opposites of worship

The opposite of worship shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

despise
detest
blaspheme
contempt
blasphemy
loathe
scorn
abhor
See all opposites of worship

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Worship. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/worship
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