Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
idolater
noun
/aɪˈdɒlətər/
Definition
A person who worships idols or false gods.
Examples
- The ancient idolater offered sacrifices to the wooden statues.
- In some cultures, idolaters may be seen as followers of false beliefs.
- She dismissed him as an idolater of modern technology, unable to see beyond his gadgets.
Meaning
An idolater is someone who shows excessive devotion or reverence to a person or thing, treating it as an object of worship.
Synonyms
- Worshiper
- Devotee
- Fanatic
