deity
Translation
deity, god, goddess, divinity
Examples
The ancient Greeks worshipped many deities.
The ancient Greeks worshipped many deities.
He was treated as a deity by his followers.
He was treated as a deity by his followers.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) deity (a god or goddess) The ancient Greeks worshipped many deities.
((as a)) deity (figuratively) He was treated as a deity by his followers.
Similar Words
Synonyms: god, goddess, divinity, immortal
Etymology
From Latin 'deus' meaning 'god'. The '-ity' suffix denotes a state or quality.
Memory Tips
Think of 'deus' from Latin, or connect it to the word 'divine'. A deity is a divine being.