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god

/ɡɒd/
noun★Beginner— a supreme being or deity
religious

a supernatural being considered to be the creator and ruler of the universe

In Christianity, God is believed to be omnipotent and omniscient.

This means God is considered all-powerful and all-knowing in Christian theology.

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The concept of god varies across different religions and cultures.

figurative

a person or thing that is greatly admired or worshipped

He was a god to his fans, admired for his talent and charisma.

This uses 'god' metaphorically to describe someone who is idolized.

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This usage is often informal and metaphorical.

Collocations

worship godto honor or pray to a deityfear godto hold a deity in reverence or awepraise godto express gratitude or admiration for a deity

Synonyms

deitydivinitysupreme being

Antonyms

mortalhumanatheist

Related Phrases

act of godphrase
an event beyond human control, such as a natural disaster
god complexphrase
an unrealistic belief in one's own infallibility

💡Pro Tip

Capitalization

Capitalize 'God' when referring to a specific deity in monotheistic religions.

⚡Gold Rule

Religious Context

In religious contexts, 'god' typically refers to a supreme being or deity.

📖Word Origin

Old English 'god,' from Proto-Germanic 'gudą,' meaning 'god, deity,' from Proto-Indo-European 'ǵʰutóm,' meaning 'that which is invoked.'

📝Usage Notes

The word 'god' is often capitalized when referring to a specific deity, such as 'God' in Christianity.

Word Breakdown

god
a supreme being or deity
root
English Dictionary

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