deific

Example Sentences

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His view of himself, at least in public settings, is that of an infallible, almost deific, figure.

From Salon • Jul. 24, 2025

“Whatever means they use are therefore justified because, by definition, they are a virtuous people pursing a deific end,” he said.

From Washington Times • Nov. 16, 2019

The arms-length approach to activist celebrity now seems like the best model for all varieties of fame, one where a prominent figure is respected but never treated as familial or deific.

From The Verge • Feb. 7, 2018

Peter Molyneux's seminal 1989 hit Populous has been widely cited as an influence on the latest from reclusive French designer Eric Chahi, yet in truth, is more a puzzler that happens to feature deific powers.

From The Guardian • Jul. 30, 2011

She talked on and on, developing this main idea that in days of older faiths there were deific types of life upon the earth, evoked by worship and beneficial to humanity.

From Four Weird Tales by Blackwood, Algernon