deity
UK/'di:iti/US
TOEFLC1
Definitions
n.
A god or goddess; a supernatural being that is worshipped.
神；神灵
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedderoot
+
itystate, quality, condition
=deity
Common Collocations
- 1.sun deity太阳神
- 2.ancient deity古代神灵
- 3.moon deity月亮神
Example Sentences
- 1.
Many ancient religions believed in multiple deities controlling different aspects of life.
- 2.
The temple was dedicated to the sun deity, worshipped throughout the empire.