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deify

/ˈdeɪ.ɪ.faɪ/ /ˈdeɪ.ə.faɪ/

Meanings
verb
To make a god of (something or someone).

Examples :

"Some cultures deify ancestors, believing they have become powerful spirits. "
religion mythology theology

Related Words

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believing verb

/bɪˈliːvɪŋ/ /bəˈliːvɪŋ/

To accept as true, particularly without absolute certainty (i.e., as opposed to knowing)

"I believe there are faeries."

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something noun

/ˈsamθɪŋ/ /ˈsʌmθɪŋ/

An object whose nature is yet to be defined.

"My friend told me there was something in the box, but I didn't know what it was yet. "

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ancestors noun

/ˈæn.sɛs.təz/ /ˈæn.sɛs.tɚz/

One from whom a person is descended, whether on the father's or mother's side, at any distance of time; a progenitor; a forefather.

"My ancestors came from Ireland during the potato famine. "

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cultures noun

/ˈkʌltʃərz/

The arts, customs, lifestyles, background, and habits that characterize a particular society or nation.

"Traveling abroad is a great way to experience different cultures. "

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powerful adjective

/ˈpaʊəfl/ /ˈpaʊɚfəl/

Having, or capable of exerting power, potency or influence.

"The new school principal is a powerful advocate for student success. "

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someone noun

/ˈsʌmwʌn/

A partially specified but unnamed person.

"Do you need a gift for that special someone?"

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worship noun

/ˈwɜːʃɪp/ /ˈwɝʃɪp/

The condition of being worthy; honour, distinction.

"Her dedication to her work earned her a high level of worship from her colleagues. "

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athletes noun

/ˈæθliːts/ /ˈæθləts/

A participant in a group of sporting activities which includes track and field, road running, cross country running and racewalking.

"The school's track and field team has many dedicated athletes. "

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favorite noun

/ˈfeɪv.ɹɪt/

A person or thing who enjoys special regard or favour.

"My favorite book is the one about space exploration. "

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become verb

/bəˈkʊm/ /bəˈkʌm/ /biˈkʌm/

To arrive, come (to a place).

"The students will become at the school library at 9:00 AM. "

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treating verb

/ˈtɹiːtɪŋ/

To negotiate, discuss terms, bargain (for or with).

"The union representatives are currently treating with the company about better wages and benefits for the workers. "

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spirits noun

/ˈspɪɹɪts/

The soul of a person or other creature. What moves through experience into self-definition as souls purpose.

"The challenges of life often test our spirits, pushing us to discover our inner strength and purpose. "