Meaning of the word polytheist in English

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polytheist

US /ˈpɑː.li.θiː.ɪst/
UK /ˈpɒl.i.θiː.ɪst/

Noun

someone who believes in many gods:

Example:
She is a polytheist, meaning she honors all gods and goddesses.

Adjective

believing in many gods, or relating to such a belief:

Example:
Ahab welcomes his polytheist bride by building her a temple to Astarte.