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adorant

|a-dor-ant|

C2

/əˈdɔːrənt/

one who worships

Etymology
Etymology Information

'adorant' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'adorans,' where 'adorare' meant 'to worship.'

Historical Evolution

'adorans' transformed into the French word 'adorant,' and eventually became the modern English word 'adorant.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'one who worships,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person who adores or worships.

The adorant knelt in reverence before the altar.

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Last updated: 2025/05/12 08:51