Definition of Idol

1. Noun. A material effigy that is worshipped. "Money was his god"

Exact synonyms: God, Graven Image
Generic synonyms: Effigy, Image, Simulacrum
Specialized synonyms: Golden Calf, Joss, Juggernaut
Derivative terms: Idolise, Idolize

2. Noun. Someone who is adored blindly and excessively.
Exact synonyms: Matinee Idol
Specialized synonyms: Heartthrob
Generic synonyms: Lead, Principal, Star
Derivative terms: Idolise, Idolize

3. Noun. An ideal instance; a perfect embodiment of a concept.
Exact synonyms: Beau Ideal, Paragon, Perfection
Generic synonyms: Ideal
Specialized synonyms: Gold Standard
Derivative terms: Idolise, Idolize, Perfectionist

Definition of Idol

1. n. An image or representation of anything.

Definition of Idol

1. Noun. A graven image or representation of anything that is revered, or believed to convey spiritual power. ¹

2. Noun. A cultural icon, or especially popular person. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Idol

1. an object of worship [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Idol

idlesse
idlesses
idlest
idleth
idli
idlike
idling
idlingly
idlings
idlis
idly
idocrase
idocrases
idofuranose
idofuranoses
idol (current term)
idol worship
idol worshiper
idola
idolastre
idolastres
idolater
idolaters
idolator
idolators
idolatress
idolatresses
idolatrical
idolatries
idolatrize

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