As a Noun: 1. The showing of respect and admiration for a god, especially by kneeling down or bowing down and praying to it. English = worship. 2. A statue that is worshiped by people who believe that it is a god. English = idol. 3. The practice of worshiping idols. English = idolatry. As a Verb or Adjective: 1. To show your respect and admiration for a god, especially by kneeling down or bowing down and praying to it. English = worship.