deities

NOUN

god, worshiped being

Synonyms

STRONGEST

divinity idol immortal

STRONG

creator goddess godhead

WEAK

celestial celestial being demigoddess divine being supreme being

Example Sentences

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Several scholars have described the destruction of Hindu temples and deities in the Indian subcontinent.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

This mix indicates that the sanctuary likely served as an important regional center where multiple deities were honored.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

The sculptures stand as both witnesses and deities.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026

Its titles, from tales of Hindu deities to biographies of freedom fighters, sold in the millions and were translated into multiple regional languages.

From Barron's • Feb. 1, 2026

“But if there’re all these deities, why don’t they help? Why leave it up to, as you said, a bundle of hormones and incompetence?”

From "Aru Shah and the End of Time" by Roshani Chokshi