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- [dih-vin-i-tee]
- /dɪˈvɪn ɪ ti/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [dih-vin-i-tee]
- /dɪˈvɪn ɪ ti/
Definitions of divinities word
- noun plural divinities the quality of being divine; divine nature. 1
- noun plural divinities deity; godhood. 1
- noun plural divinities a divine being; God. 1
- noun plural divinities the Divinity, (sometimes lowercase) the Deity. 1
- noun plural divinities a being having divine attributes, ranking below God but above humans: minor divinities. 1
- noun plural divinities the study or science of divine things; theology. 1
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Origin of divinities
First appearance:
before 1275 One of the 13% oldest English words
1275-1325; Middle English divinite < Anglo-French < Latin dīvīnitās. See divine, -ity
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Parts of speech for Divinities
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
divinities popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 85% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 58% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
divinities usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for divinities
noun divinities
- deities — a god or goddess.
- geniuses — an exceptional natural capacity of intellect, especially as shown in creative and original work in science, art, music, etc.: the genius of Mozart. Synonyms: intelligence, ingenuity, wit; brains.
- lords — a person who has authority, control, or power over others; a master, chief, or ruler.
Antonyms for divinities
noun divinities
- devils — Plural form of devil.
Top questions with divinities
- why do so many cultures have divinities in similar roles?
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