divinity

noun

di·​vin·​i·​ty də-ˈvi-nə-tē How to pronounce divinity (audio)
plural divinities
1
2
: the quality or state of being divine
3
often capitalized : a divine being: such as
b(1)
(2)
4
: fudge made of whipped egg whites, sugar, and nuts

Examples of divinity in a Sentence

Christians believe in the divinity of Jesus Christ. the divinities of ancient Greece
Recent Examples on the Web For best results, make your divinity on a dry, cool day. Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2023 Epiphany is a Christian holiday meant to commemorate the first manifestation of Jesus Christ to the Gentiles and the manifestation of his divinity, according to Britannica.com. Keisha Rowe, The Courier-Journal, 13 Feb. 2024 Twins have appeared in culture after culture, in era after era, in religion, mythology and art, here as objects of veneration and divinity, there as something fearful, repugnant and disturbing, even worthy of being put to death. Aatish Taseer, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2024 The Chinese dragons are associated with clouds and life giving rain; the original rain divinity provides for heavenly beneficence and fertility. Kurt Snibbe, Orange County Register, 8 Feb. 2024 Initially a vague motif in ancient Chinese art, the dragon is now an emblem of benevolent divinity, imperial power and sweeping unity. Catherine Duncan, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 Feb. 2024 The true divinity of our existence, Alcazar argues in his sumptuous if convoluted tale, comes from its finite timeline. Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2023 Its newest fragrance, Gaultier Divine, is a celebration of divinity of womanhood and the right for every woman to feel beautiful, unique and proud of her differences. Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 28 Jan. 2024 The story is set in a world where pop stars have ascended to divinity, dominated by a singer named Clelia who is loosely inspired by Lady Gaga. Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 9 Jan. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of divinity was in the 14th century

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“Divinity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/divinity. Accessed 18 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

divinity

noun
di·​vin·​i·​ty də-ˈvin-ət-ē How to pronounce divinity (audio)
plural divinities
1
2
: the quality or state of being divine
3
often capitalized

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