Godly: meaning, definitions and examples
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godly
[ หษกษdli ]
religious
Having qualities that are considered to be like those of God, especially goodness, righteousness, or holiness.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He was known for his godly behavior and compassion towards others.
- The priest was admired for his godly wisdom and guidance.
informal
Extremely impressive or admirable; excellent.
Synonyms
exceptional, outstanding, remarkable
Examples of usage
- The young artist showed a godly talent for painting.
- She possesses a godly ability to inspire others.
Translations
Translations of the word "godly" in other languages:
๐ต๐น divino
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฆเฅเคตเฅเคฏ
๐ฉ๐ช gรถttlich
๐ฎ๐ฉ ilahiah
๐บ๐ฆ ะฑะพะถะตััะฒะตะฝะฝะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ boski
๐ฏ๐ต ็ฅ่ใช (shinsei na)
๐ซ๐ท divin
๐ช๐ธ divino
๐น๐ท ilahi
๐ฐ๐ท ์ ์ฑํ (sinseonghan)
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฅููู
๐จ๐ฟ boลพskรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ boลพskรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ็ฅๅฃ็ (shรฉnshรจng de)
๐ธ๐ฎ boลพanski
๐ฎ๐ธ guรฐdรณmlegur
๐ฐ๐ฟ าาฑะดะฐะนะปัา
๐ฌ๐ช แฆแแแแแแ แแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ ilahi
๐ฒ๐ฝ divino
Etymology
The word 'godly' originated from the Old English word 'godlic', meaning 'pious, devout, dutiful'. It has been used in English literature and religious texts for centuries to describe individuals or actions that reflect the qualities associated with God.
See also: god, goddess, godless, godlike, godliness, godmother, gods.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #13,892, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.
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- 13892 godly
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- 13894 commentator
- 13895 discontinuance
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