worshipful

Example Sentences

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They don’t have the same kind of worshipful attitude toward the people who, over many years, created Canada.

From Slate • May 8, 2024

On the one hand, those who have persevered for a decade verge on worshipful.

From New York Times • Apr. 26, 2023

Stephen Fulton, 77, had been appointed worshipful grand master of Cookstown Loyal Orange Lodge Number 3, as revealed by the Sunday Life newspaper.

From BBC • Feb. 8, 2023

Sometimes, in its more brooding moments, “The Tale of King Crab” can feel a little too careful and worshipful about its venturing into the meat and might of lore.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2022

Voldemort raised his hand to silence her, and she did not speak another word, but eyed him in worshipful fascination.

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling