worshipful
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wor·ship·ful
(wûr′shĭp-fəl)adj.
1. Given to or expressive of worship; reverent or adoring.
2. Chiefly British Used as a respectful form of address.
wor′ship·ful·ly adv.
wor′ship·ful·ness n.
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worshipful
(ˈwɜːʃɪpfʊl)adj
1. feeling or showing reverence or adoration
2. (Government, Politics & Diplomacy) (often capital) chiefly Brit 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
ˈworshipfully adv
ˈworshipfulness n
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wor•ship•ful
(ˈwɜr ʃɪp fəl)adj.
1. feeling or showing worship.
2. (cap.) Brit. a formal title of honor (usu. prec. by the).
[1250–1300]
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Adj. | 1. | worshipful - showing adoration reverent - feeling or showing profound respect or veneration; "maintained a reverent silence" |
2. | worshipful - showing great reverence for god; "a godly man"; "leading a godly life" pious - having or showing or expressing reverence for a deity; "pious readings" |
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worshipful
adjectiveFeeling or showing reverence:
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