deity — a god or goddess
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a god or goddess
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdiːɪti/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother treats her smartphone like a deity, never letting it out of her sight.
- The sea deity was believed to control the tides and storms.
- In our office, coffee is practically a deity that everyone worships every morning.
deity
NOUN[/ˈdiːɪti/]
a god or goddess
People worshipping a divine being
The deity watches over society's variety
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'deitas' meaning divinity or godhood, derived from 'deus' meaning god. The word entered English through Old French 'deité' during the medieval period.
Breakdown
Latin 'deus' (god) + '-itas' or '-ity' (noun-forming suffix indicating state or quality) = deity (the state or quality of being a god)
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📝Examples
“My grandmother treats her smartphone like a deity, never letting it out of her sight.”
“The sea deity was believed to control the tides and storms.”
“In our office, coffee is practically a deity that everyone worships every morning.”
“The museum displayed artifacts dedicated to various Egyptian deities.”
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