Pronunciation: /ˈdiː.ə.ti/

Definitions of deity

noun a god or goddess, divine being

Example Sentences

A1 In some religions, a deity is believed to be a god or goddess.

A2 People in ancient civilizations often worshiped multiple deities.

B1 The deity of the sea was often depicted as a powerful being with control over the waters.

B2 Many cultures have stories and myths about their deities and their interactions with humans.

C1 The concept of a deity varies greatly across different religions and belief systems.

C2 Scholars study the role of deity in shaping cultural practices and beliefs.

Examples of deity in a Sentence

formal In some cultures, a deity is believed to be a supreme being with divine powers.

informal My grandma always prays to her favorite deity for good luck.

slang I heard that rapper thinks he's a rap deity or something.

figurative To her, the famous actress was like a deity, untouchable and perfect.

Grammatical Forms of deity

past tense

deified

plural

deities

comparative

more divine

superlative

most divine

present tense

deifies

future tense

will deify

perfect tense

have deified

continuous tense

is deifying

singular

deity

positive degree

divine

infinitive

to deify

gerund

deifying

participle

deified

Origin and Evolution of deity

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'deity' originated from the Latin word 'deus' meaning god.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'deity' has come to be used in various religious contexts to refer to a divine being or godlike entity.