WORSHIP

[noun] [U]Worship is the strong feeling of respect and admiration for God or a god, which is often shown through praying or singing.Hymns are a very important part of worship in the Church of England.For Jews, the synagogue is the centre for community worship and study.English and Welsh state schools have daily acts of worship for their pupils.There have been several complaints from local people about improperly dressed tourists entering places of worship (= buildings for religious ceremonies or private prayer).(formal) They regularly attended worship (= went to a religious ceremony).Worship is often used to suggest that something is liked too much.In this era of fitness and health worship, people have become obsessed with exercise and dieting.He deplores the money worship common among young people.(esp. UK formal) Worship is also a title of respect given to important officials.His Worship the Mayor will present the awards.Thank you, Your Worship. [as form of address]