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

There is a certain supernal, a deific, state of mind which may indeed be experienced in a minor degree, by any one, in the siesta part of a Turkish bath.

From Pagan Papers by Grahame, Kenneth