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Word-Worship

Definition:

Word-worship refers to an excessive reverence or devotion to words themselves, often at the expense of their actual meaning or impact.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun
• Verb
• Adjective
• Adverb

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

1. The act or practice of excessively idolizing or adoring words without considering their practical application or significance.

2. A figurative form of worship where words are treated as sacred entities deserving utmost respect and reverence.

Example Sentences:

1. His word-worship was so extreme that he spent hours meticulously crafting every sentence, but his writing lacked substance.
2. Some poetry enthusiasts engage in word-worship, valuing the form and structure of poems more than the emotions they convey.

Verb:

1. To excessively idolize or revere words, often to the point of ignoring their real impact or meaning.

2. To engage in the act of treating words as sacred entities deserving unquestionable respect and devotion.

Example Sentences:

1. She word-worships to such an extent that she often loses sight of the essence and intent of the conversation.
2. They word-worship philosophical concepts, often using intricate language that alienates others.

Adjective:

1. Relating to the excessive veneration or obsession with words.

2. Descriptive of someone or something that holds words in unwarranted reverence.

Example Sentences:

1. The professor had a word-worship mindset, emphasizing the precise usage of terminology over the comprehension of the subject matter.
2. His word-worship tendencies made him come across as pretentious during debates.

Adverb:

1. In a manner that excessively idolizes or reveres words, without considering their true significance.

2. Describing an action performed with unwarranted devotion to the form and structure of words.

Example Sentences:

1. She spoke word-worshipingly, losing the attention of the audience due to her focus on eloquence rather than substance.
2. The writer word-worshipfully crafted his sentences, but failed to convey his intended message effectively.

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