worshipped
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/ˈwɜrʃɪpt/
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/ˈwɜːʃɪpt/
(worship)
reverence and adoration
Etymology
Etymology Information
'worship' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'weorþscipe', where 'weorþ' meant 'worthy' and '-scipe' meant 'ship'.
Historical Evolution
'weorþscipe' transformed into the Middle English word 'worship', and eventually became the modern English word 'worship'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'worthiness or respect', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'reverence or adoration'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'worship'.
They worshipped the sun as a deity.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42