Godlier: meaning, definitions and examples
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godlier
[ ˈɡɒd.li.ər ]
comparative degree
The term 'godlier' is the comparative form of the adjective 'godly'. It generally describes something that is more divine or more characteristic of a deity. This word is often used in religious or spiritual contexts to compare two entities, qualities, or actions. It suggests a level of holiness or righteousness that exceeds another standard.
Synonyms
more divine, more holy, more sacred.
Examples of usage
- Her faith was godlier than any I had encountered before.
- The priest spoke with a godlier tone during the sermon.
- Their actions were considered godlier by the community.
Translations
Translations of the word "godlier" in other languages:
🇵🇹 divino
🇮🇳 ईश्वर के समान
🇩🇪 göttlicher
🇮🇩 ilahi
🇺🇦 божественний
🇵🇱 boski
🇯🇵 神のような
🇫🇷 divin
🇪🇸 divino
🇹🇷 ilahi
🇰🇷 신적인
🇸🇦 إلهي
🇨🇿 božský
🇸🇰 božský
🇨🇳 神圣的
🇸🇮 božanski
🇮🇸 guðlegur
🇰🇿 құдайлық
🇬🇪 ღმრთისმიერი
🇦🇿 ilahi
🇲🇽 divino
Etymology
The word 'godlier' originates from the Old English term 'godlic', which means 'divine' or 'godlike'. This term is composed of 'god', referring to a deity or supreme being, and the suffix '-lic', which denotes likeness or quality. Over time, 'godlic' evolved into 'godly', referring to the qualities of a god or a divine nature. The comparative form 'godlier' emerged to provide a way to express a greater degree of these qualities. It reflects the cultural and spiritual evolution of the concept of divinity in the English language. The use of such terms can be traced back to various religious texts and vernacular, signifying the importance of the divine in human society.