1. a person who worships idols or images as gods
Usage: religious context
2. a person who admires or loves someone or something excessively
Usage: figurative use

Examples

• The ancient idolater bowed before the golden statue.
• Religious leaders condemned the idolaters for their practices.
• He was an idolater of celebrity culture.
• She became an idolater of the famous musician.
• The prophet spoke against the idolaters in the temple.
• Many considered him an idolater of material wealth.