WORSHIPFUL
godly, reverent, worshipful
(adjective) showing great reverence for god; “a godly man”; “leading a godly life”
adoring, worshipful
(adjective) showing adoration
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
worshipful (comparative more worshipful, superlative most worshipful)
Tending to worship; showing reverence.
(chiefly, Britain) Used as respectful form of address for a person or body of persons, especially in the name of a livery company. For example, Most Worshipful Grand Master of the Orange Order in Ireland.
Synonyms
• respectful
• reverent, reverential
• worshippy (informal)
Antonyms
• irreverent
• unworshipful
Noun
worshipful (plural worshipfuls)
(obsolete) One who is respected or worshipped.
Source: Wiktionary
Wor"ship*ful, a.
Definition: Entitled to worship, reverence, or high respect; claiming respect; worthy of honor; -- often used as a term of respect, sometimes ironically. "This is worshipful society." Shak. [She is] so dear and worshipful. Chaucer.
– Wor"ship*ful*ly, adv.
– Wor"ship*ful*ness, n.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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