Transcription
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- [wur-ship-fuh l]
- /ˈwɜr ʃɪp fəl/
- /ˈwɜː.ʃɪp.fəl/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [wur-ship-fuh l]
- /ˈwɜr ʃɪp fəl/
Definitions of worshipful word
- adjective worshipful feeling or showing worship. 1
- adjective worshipful (initial capital letter) British. a formal title of honor used in announcing or mentioning certain highly regarded or respected persons or groups (usually preceded by the). 1
- noun worshipful Feeling or showing reverence and adoration. 1
- adjective worshipful If someone has a worshipful attitude to a person or thing, they show great respect and admiration for them. 0
- adjective worshipful feeling or showing reverence or adoration 0
- adjective worshipful a title used to address or refer to various people or bodies of distinguished rank, such as mayors and certain ancient companies of the City of London 0
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Origin of worshipful
First appearance:
before 1250 One of the 11% oldest English words
Middle English word dating back to 1250-1300; See origin at worship, -ful
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Parts of speech for Worshipful
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
worshipful popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 53% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 50% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
Synonyms for worshipful
adjective worshipful
- reverential — of the nature of or characterized by reverence; reverent: reverential awe.
- respectful — full of, characterized by, or showing politeness or deference: a respectful reply.
- reverent — feeling, exhibiting, or characterized by reverence; deeply respectful: a reverent greeting.
- deferential — Someone who is deferential is polite and respectful towards someone else.
- adoring — An adoring person is someone who loves and admires another person very much.
Top questions with worshipful
- what is a worshipful master?
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