adrammelech

ˈædrəˌmɛlɪk

Definitions

1. proper noun

A deity worshipped by the people of Sepharvaim, who were subject to the Assyrian king Sennacherib.

“In the book of 2 Kings, the people of Sepharvaim worshipped Adrammelech and Anammelech.”

2. noun

A person who worships or is devoted to Adrammelech.

“The Assyrian king’s enemies were accused of worshipping Adrammelech and engaging in idolatrous practices.”

Synonyms

  • deity
  • idol

Antonyms

  • heathen
  • monotheist