Adoration
/ˌæd.əˈreɪ.ʃən/noun
The act of loving or worshiping someone or something.
Did you know?The term 'adoration' is linked to rituals where practitioners would invoke divine presence through words, revealing a powerful connection between language and spirituality.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
adoratio
“A form of worship or reverence with deep affection.”
Late Latin
Late Latin
adorare
“To speak to or address reverently, especially in the context of divine worship.”
Old French
Old French
adoracion
“The act of worship or reverence, especially in a religious context.”
Middle English
Middle English
adoracioun
“The act of paying homage or devotion, particularly to God.”
Modern English
English
adoration
“A deep love or worship, especially expressed in a religious context.”