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idolatrous
01
referring to the act of worshiping physical objects or representations of deities, rather than the worship of a higher spiritual being or a monotheistic God
Examples
The temple was adorned with idols, and the followers engaged in idolatrous rituals as part of their religious observance.
In some cultures, certain natural objects like trees or stones are considered sacred and are the focus of idolatrous worship.
02
displaying intense admiration or devotion that surpasses rationality or reason
Examples
He had an idolatrous devotion to his favorite football team.
Their idolatrous worship of the celebrity seemed excessive to others.
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