divinity
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• noun
The state or quality of being divine or of being a god.
"Ancient Roman emperors often claimed divinity in order to consolidate their political authority."
A god, goddess, or supreme supernatural being.
"The archaeological site contained stone altars dedicated to local agricultural divinities."
The academic study of religion, faith, and theology, especially as taught at a university or seminary.
"After completing her undergraduate degree in history, she enrolled in the university's school of divinity."
North American A light, fluffy white confection made primarily from whipped egg whites, corn syrup, and granulated sugar, often containing chopped nuts.
"Every December, my grandmother makes batches of pecan divinity to give to the neighbors."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed in the 14th century from Old French 'divinite', from Latin 'divinitas' ('godhead, deity'), derived from 'divinus' ('of a god'), from 'divus' ('a god').