Definition of divinitynext
1
as in deity
the quality or state of being divine Henry David Thoreau felt the presence of divinity in every part of nature

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as in god
a being having superhuman powers and control over a particular part of life or the world a modest temple built for one of the minor divinities in ancient Greek mythology

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as in God
capitalized the being worshipped as the creator and ruler of the universe communal worship of the Divinity was expected of every member of the colony

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Recent Examples of divinity This is also a highly spiritual moment for you that seemingly gives you a direct line to divinity. — Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 2026 While theology and ministry studies were designated as nonprofessional, the master of divinity degree often pursued by eventual pastors or ministers does retain professional status. — Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 2 July 2026 This is what divinity looks like. — Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 29 June 2026 The master of divinity degree — a common degree for pastors and ministers — remains on the professional list, with a more generous student loan limit. — ABC News, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for divinity
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Noun
  • This deity may reflect the neighbouring La Soufrière volcano, which still erupts with alarming frequency.
    — James Rampton, TheWeek, 3 Nov. 2026
  • The capacocha, in which children and young women were sacrificed to Inca deities, was one of the most sacred rituals of the South American civilization, which existed from the 13th to the 16th century.
    — Adam England, PEOPLE, 3 Nov. 2026
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  • Centuries of blood and thunder have erupted across the stages of the world, as empires rise and fall against the crescendos of Wagnerian imperialism, with the heroics of gods and men alike unfolding in the balance.
    — Jordan Owen, AJC.com, 7 Nov. 2026
  • The discovery reveals new macabre details of how these ancient peoples chose to honor their gods.
    — Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 3 Nov. 2026

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“Divinity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/divinity. Accessed 10 Nov. 2026.

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