therolatry

/θərˈɒlətri/

Definitions

1. noun

The worship of heroes or heroic ideals, or excessive admiration of heroes or heroic deeds.

“The poet’s therolatry towards Alexander the Great inspired a new generation of writers.”

Synonyms

  • adulation
  • hagiolatry
  • hero worship

Antonyms

  • derision
  • disparagement