Divinely: meaning, definitions and examples

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divinely

 

[ dɪˈvaɪnli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in a spiritual or godlike manner

In a manner that is characteristic of or befitting a deity; in a way that suggests divinity or holiness.

Synonyms

godlike, holily, spiritually.

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Word Description / Examples
divinely

Used to describe something extraordinarily good, beautiful, or delightful, often suggesting a heavenly quality.

  • The cake tasted divinely delicious.
  • She sang divinely, like an angel.
spiritually

Describes something related to the spirit or soul, often in the context of inner peace, enlightenment, or religious belief.

  • She felt spiritually uplifted after the meditation.
  • The retreat was a spiritually enriching experience.
godlike

Used to describe someone or something that has qualities associated with a god, such as immense power, beauty, or wisdom. It often implies an awe-inspiring presence.

  • The hero's strength was godlike.
  • She played the piano with godlike skill.
holily

Refers to behaving in a sacred or pious manner, often connected to religious devotion or purity.

  • He lived holily, dedicating his life to charity.
  • They prayed holily in the temple.

Examples of usage

  • He sang divinely, captivating the audience with his angelic voice.
  • She moved divinely, as if floating on air.
  • The painting was executed divinely, with exquisite attention to detail.

Translations

Translations of the word "divinely" in other languages:

🇵🇹 divinamente

🇮🇳 दिव्य रूप से

🇩🇪 göttlich

🇮🇩 dengan ilahi

🇺🇦 божественно

🇵🇱 bosko

🇯🇵 神聖に

🇫🇷 divinement

🇪🇸 divinamente

🇹🇷 ilahi olarak

🇰🇷 신성하게

🇸🇦 بشكل إلهي

🇨🇿 božsky

🇸🇰 božsky

🇨🇳 神圣地

🇸🇮 božansko

🇮🇸 guðdómlega

🇰🇿 құдайдай

🇬🇪 ღვთიურად

🇦🇿 ilahi olaraq

🇲🇽 divinamente

Etymology

The word 'divinely' originates from the Middle English word 'divinly', which comes from the Old French 'divinement', ultimately derived from the Latin 'divinus' meaning 'divine'. The concept of divinity has been present in various cultures and religions throughout history, representing the idea of something sacred, holy, or godlike.

See also: divination, diviner, divining, divinity, divinization.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,337, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.