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divinity

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /dɪˈvɪnəti/

divinity means: The study of religion, especially as a subject at a university.

noun

RELIGIOUS STUDYC1

The study of religion, especially as a subject at a university.

  • She studies divinity at university.
  • He earned a degree in divinity.
  • The divinity school offers courses on several religions.

Similar words: theology

Common phrases: study divinity, divinity school

BEING A GODC2

The state or quality of being a god or God.

  • The ruler claimed divinity.
  • They discussed the divinity of Christ.
  • The text contrasts human weakness with divinity.

Similar words: godhood, deity

Common phrases: divinity of Christ, claim divinity

LESSER GODC2

A heavenly being with more power than humans but less power than the highest god.

  • The spring had its own divinity.
  • They offered gifts to a local divinity.
  • Several lesser divinities appear in the ancient story.

Similar words: deity, demigod

Common phrases: minor divinity, local divinity

SUGAR CANDYC2

A soft, sweet candy made from egg whites, sugar, and corn syrup.

  • Grandma made divinity for Christmas.
  • This divinity recipe includes chopped pecans.
  • Let the divinity cool before putting it in a tin.

Common phrases: divinity candy, homemade divinity

Questions about divinity

What does divinity mean?

The study of religion, especially as a subject at a university.

What is divinity in other languages?

Türkçe: ilahiyat · Español: teología · Français: théologie · Deutsch: Theologie · Italiano: teologia · 日本語: 神学

How do you pronounce divinity?

It is pronounced /dɪˈvɪnəti/.

How do you use divinity in a sentence?

She studies divinity at university. He earned a degree in divinity.

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