mariolatry

/ˌmɑriəˈlætri/

Definitions

1. noun

Excessive or cult-like admiration, devotion, or worship for the Virgin Mary, or excessive enthusiasm for the name, title, or symbol of the Virgin Mary.

“The church’s emphasis on mariolatry led to criticism from some theologians.”

Synonyms

  • Mariolatrousness
  • Mary worship

Antonyms

  • Anti-mariolatry
  • Mary skepticism