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God

Verb / gɑ:d / Another word for god — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

God is often defined as a supreme being or deity worshipped in religion.

Synonyms & similar words

god deity supremebeing gravenimage divinity idol immortal deity creator lord almighty master savior redeemer omnipotent omnipresent omniscient almighty

Synonyms by register

Formal

deity supreme being creator divinity

Informal

the man upstairs big guy

Literary

lord almighty maker

Antonyms

atheist agnostic human mortal devil demon

Common collocations

  • god bless
  • god knows
  • god almighty
  • thank god
  • god forbid
  • god help us
  • god save the queen

Word family

noun god
adjective godly
adverb godly

Usage note

The word 'god' is often capitalized when referring to the supreme being in monotheistic religions. It can also be used informally to express surprise or relief.

Example sentences

  1. I pray to God every night.
  2. Some people believe in many gods.
  3. God loves all of his children.
  4. We must have faith in God.
  5. Some people believe that God created the world.

Quotes

  • God is not a Christian, nor a Jew, nor a Muslim, nor a Hindu, nor a Buddhist. All are paths to God and all are true. - Maya Angelou
  • God helps those who help themselves. - Benjamin Franklin
  • God gave us the gift of life; it is up to us to give ourselves the gift of living well. - Voltaire

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