Worshipped one

Latest answer — August 30, 2026

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Clue explained

An IDOL is an object or figure worshipped as a deity, or a person greatly admired by fans. Here it is a singular noun matching “one.”

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Definition
A statue used as a religious idol

USA Today Quick Crossword

This clue's Sunday, August 30, 2026 appearance

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Across

  1. 1Famous da Vinci -->
  2. 5Worshipped one
  3. 6--> painting
  4. 7Adolescent

Down

  1. 1Pappas or Newton
  2. 2"Garfield" dog
  3. 3ENT specialty
  4. 4Alda or Rickman

The answer to “Worshipped one” in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword is IDOL — a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword on August 30, 2026 at 5-Across. Other answers we've seen for this clue include ICON. Below you'll find why that fill fits, every other answer we've recorded for this clue, and links into the puzzle it came from.

“Worshipped one” answer

IDOL (4 letters) — most recent; also seen as ICON

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What does IDOL mean?

Reading the plain dictionary sense of IDOL is often the fastest way to see why it answers this clue.

(noun)

  • an image or representation of a god used as an object of worship

Other answers for “Worshipped one”

USA Today Quick Cross has used this clue with more than one solution. Besides IDOL, it has also been ICON. Every appearance we've indexed is listed below with the date it ran.

Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Worshipped one”?

The answer is IDOL, a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword on August 30, 2026. Other answers for this clue include ICON.

How many letters is the answer to “Worshipped one”?

4 letters: IDOL. Earlier fills for this clue have also been ICON (4).

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword on August 30, 2026, at 5-Across. Earlier appearances: July 17, 2026 → ICON.

Can “Worshipped one” have a different answer?

Yes. Besides IDOL, USA Today Quick Cross has also used ICON for this clue. Every date and answer is listed above.

Where can I find the rest of today's USA Today Quick answers?

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