molochize

/mɒlˈɒkzaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to sacrifice or worship a god in ancient Carthage, especially in a cruel or excessive manner

“The historian accused the tyrant of molochizing his own people.”

2. noun

one that engages in the practice of molochizing

“The cult leader was seen as a symbol of molochizer in the community.”

Synonyms

  • sacrifice
  • worship

Antonyms

  • liberate
  • save