deific
Americanadjective
adjective
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making divine or exalting to the position of a god
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divine or godlike
Etymology
Origin of deific
1480–90; < Late Latin deificus, equivalent to Latin dei- (combining form of deus god) + -ficus -fic
Example Sentences
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His view of himself, at least in public settings, is that of an infallible, almost deific, figure.
From Salon • Jul. 24, 2025
“Whatever means they use are therefore justified because, by definition, they are a virtuous people pursing a deific end,” he said.
From Washington Times • Nov. 16, 2019
The arms-length approach to activist celebrity now seems like the best model for all varieties of fame, one where a prominent figure is respected but never treated as familial or deific.
From The Verge • Feb. 7, 2018
Peter Molyneux's seminal 1989 hit Populous has been widely cited as an influence on the latest from reclusive French designer Eric Chahi, yet in truth, is more a puzzler that happens to feature deific powers.
From The Guardian • Jul. 30, 2011
It must be left to Celtic scholars to determine whether the name Gradlon possesses any deific significance hidden in its etymology.
From Legends & Romances of Brittany by Spence, Lewis
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