deity

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Pronunciation

IPA /ˈdeɪ.ɪ.tɪ/

Noun

deity noun

A supernatural divine being; a god or goddess.

deity noun

The state, position, or fact of being a god or God. [from 14th c.]
A celestial being inferior to a supreme God but superior to man.
The study of religion or religions.
A type of confectionery made with egg whites, corn syrup, and white sugar.

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Synonyms

deity godhead godhood godliness godship godlore theology divinity god immortal divine shrine christ spirit magic goddess goodness jackal

Associated

lingam sanctum worshiped worshipped deities ganesha shiva pantheon vishnu hanuman siva

Rhymes

homogeneity seity heterogeneity spontaneity albeit he ia t ia te

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