zoolatry

/zuːˈɒltrɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

The worship of animals, or the attribution of human-like qualities or powers to animals.

“The ancient cult’s zoolatry was centered around the worship of a sacred eagle.”

Synonyms

  • animalism
  • animism
  • anthropomorphism

Antonyms

  • animosity
  • zoophobia