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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
- 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.
- Some missionaries dedicate their life to converting people away from their idolatrous beliefs and guiding them towards monotheism.
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displaying intense admiration or devotion that surpasses rationality or reason
- He had an idolatrous devotion to his favorite football team.
- Their idolatrous worship of the celebrity seemed excessive to others.
- He had an idolatrous fascination with ancient artifacts.
- The idolatrous fans camped outside the star's house for days.
- Her idolatrous admiration for the singer was evident in her room filled with posters.