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divinities

/dɪˈvɪnətiz/ /dəˈvɪnətiz/

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noun

神灵，神祇。

A supernatural divine being; a god or goddess.

Examples :

"The ancient Greeks believed in many divinities, each with their own powers and responsibilities. "

古希腊人相信存在着许多神灵，每个神灵都有自己独特的力量和职责。

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noun

神性，神格。

The state, position, or fact of being a god or God. [from 14th c.]

Examples :

"In ancient Rome, people believed that certain emperors achieved divinities after their deaths, becoming gods worshipped by the public. "

在古罗马，人们相信某些皇帝死后获得了神性，成为了受大众崇拜的神祇。

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神灵，神祇

A celestial being inferior to a supreme God but superior to man.

Examples :

"In some ancient religions, heroes and powerful ancestors were considered divinities worthy of respect and offerings. "

在一些古代宗教中，英雄和强大的祖先被认为是值得尊敬和祭拜的神灵。

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神学, 宗教学

The study of religion or religions.

Examples :

"Scholars of divinities often explore the diverse beliefs and practices surrounding gods and goddesses across different cultures. "

研究宗教学的学者经常探索不同文化中围绕着男神和女神的各种信仰和实践。

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蛋白软糖，神仙糖。

A type of confectionery made with egg whites, corn syrup, and white sugar.

Examples :

"For the school bake sale, Maria made trays of divinities, hoping their fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth texture would be a big hit. "

为了学校的烘焙义卖，玛丽亚做了好几盘蛋白软糖（神仙糖），希望它们蓬松入口即化的口感能大受欢迎。