Deities: meaning, definitions and examples

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deities

 

[ หˆdiหษชtiz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

religious beliefs

Deities are gods or goddesses in a polytheistic religion. They are usually worshipped by followers who believe in their power and influence.

Synonyms

divine beings, goddesses, gods

Examples of usage

  • The ancient Greeks believed in a pantheon of deities, each with their own domains and responsibilities.
  • Hinduism recognizes a multitude of deities, each representing different aspects of the divine.
Context #2 | Noun

general use

Deities can also refer to revered or admired individuals who are considered godlike or exceptionally talented.

Synonyms

icons, idols, legends

Examples of usage

  • In the world of sports, Michael Jordan is often seen as a deity for his incredible basketball skills.
  • Some fans consider their favorite celebrities to be deities for their talent and charisma.

Translations

Translations of the word "deities" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น deuses

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฆเฅ‡เคตเคคเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Gรถtter

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dewa-dewi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะพะถะตัั‚ะฒะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ bogowie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ฅžใ€… (ใ‹ใฟใŒใฟ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท dieux

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ dioses

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tanrฤฑlar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‹ ๋“ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุขู„ู‡ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bohovรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ bohovia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฅž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ bogovi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ guรฐir

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›าฑะดะฐะนะปะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฆแƒ›แƒ”แƒ แƒ—แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tanrฤฑlar

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ dioses

Etymology

The word 'deities' originates from the Latin word 'deitas' meaning 'divine nature' or 'divinity'. In various ancient cultures, deities were worshipped as powerful beings with control over natural elements and human affairs. The concept of deities has evolved over time to encompass both religious and secular meanings, symbolizing reverence and admiration for exceptional beings or talents.

See also: deity.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,318, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.