deity

noun
UK: /ˈdiː.ɪ.ti/
US: /ˈdiː.ə.ti/

  1. A god or goddess, especially in a polytheistic religion.

    1. The deity was powerful and wise.
    2. Ancient civilizations often worshipped a sun deity for warmth and life.

  2. Something revered as divine; an object of worship.

    1. Money became his only deity.
    2. For some athletes, winning is a deity demanding constant sacrifice.

Synonyms

god goddess divinity idol

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "deity" in English means: A god or goddess, especially in a polytheistic religion., Something revered as divine; an object of worship..

The phonetic transcription of "deity" is /ˈdiː.ɪ.ti/ in British English and /ˈdiː.ə.ti/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "deity": god, goddess, divinity, idol.

Example usage of "deity": "The deity was powerful and wise.". More examples on the page.