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 is an origin myth in which a female deity is literally demonized for speaking against the father.
    — Eleanor Johnson, Harpers Magazine, 22 Sep. 2026
  • African rainmakers have long served as spiritual leaders in their communities, performing rituals to ask deities to bring rain.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 20 Sep. 2026
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  • Before artificial intelligence, humanity associated electricity with the realm of gods.
    — Chang Che, New Yorker, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Unlike other Mesopotamian demons, who can act only on the orders of the greater gods, Lamashtu can act entirely on her own.
    — Eleanor Johnson, Harpers Magazine, 22 Sep. 2026

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“Divinity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/divinity. Accessed 28 Sep. 2026.

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