deity

[ˈdiːəti]

deity Definition

  • 1a god or goddess in a polytheistic religion
  • 2the state of being a god
  • 3a divine character or nature, especially that of the Supreme Being; divinity

Using deity: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "deity" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The ancient Greeks worshipped many deities.

  • Example

    The deity was believed to control the weather and the harvest.

  • Example

    The temple was built to honor the local deity.

  • Example

    The deity was said to have created the universe.

deity Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for deity

Phrases with deity

  • a god or goddess associated with love and romance

    Example

    Aphrodite is the Greek deity of love.

  • a god or goddess associated with war and conflict

    Example

    Mars is the Roman deity of war.

  • the act of showing reverence or devotion to a god or goddess

    Example

    The ceremony involved deity worship and offerings.

Origins of deity

from Latin 'deus', meaning 'god'

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Summary: deity in Brief

The term 'deity' [ˈdiːəti] refers to a god or goddess in a polytheistic religion, or the state of being a god. It can also refer to a divine character or nature, especially that of the Supreme Being. Examples include 'The ancient Greeks worshipped many deities.' and 'The deity was believed to control the weather and the harvest.' Phrases include 'deity of love,' 'deity of war,' and 'deity worship.'

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