Synonyms for

Deity

Verb / ˈdi:ʌti: / Another word for deity — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A god or goddess in a polytheistic religion.

Synonyms & similar words

god immortal divinity god goddess divinity immortal spirit angel demon devil saint idol totem creator almighty omnipotent

Synonyms by register

Formal

divinity godhead celestial being supreme being

Informal

god goddess higher power

Literary

immortal Olympian pantheon member

Antonyms

mortal human person individual earthling commoner layperson

Common collocations

  • ancient deity
  • pagan deity
  • local deity
  • creator deity
  • worship a deity
  • pray to a deity
  • invoke a deity

Word family

noun deity
adjective deific

Usage note

While 'deity' can refer to a god or goddess, it is often used in a more abstract or formal sense to denote divinity itself. It is generally a formal term.

Example sentences

  1. The deities of Hinduism are numerous and varied.
  2. The ancient Egyptians worshipped many deities, such as Ra and Anubis.
  3. The Aztec religion featured many deities, including Quetzalcoatl and Huitzilopochtli.
  4. Belief in deities is a common feature of many religions around the world.
  5. The deities of Greek mythology were often depicted with human-like personalities and flaws.

Quotes

  • 'We are all gods and goddesses waiting to be discovered,' said the new-age spiritual teacher.
  • 'We must appease the deities with offerings of food and drink,' said the tribal elder.
  • 'The ancient Greeks believed that the deities lived on Mount Olympus,' said the history teacher.

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