god

god · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    (God, capitalized) The supreme being in monotheistic religions; the creator and ruler of the universe.

  2. 2.

    A superhuman being worshipped as having power over nature or human fortunes; a deity.

  3. 3.

    A greatly admired or influential person.

  4. 4.

    Something given supreme importance.

  5. 5.

    Used in exclamations expressing surprise, frustration, or emphasis.

Forms

plural: gods

Phrases & expressions

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    God bless — A blessing or farewell.
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    God forbid — May it not happen.
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    God knows — Used for emphasis or to express uncertainty.
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    God willing — If circumstances permit.
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    play God — Act as if all-powerful.
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    thank God — Expression of relief.
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    act of God — An uncontrollable natural event.

Related words

Antonyms: devil, mortal
See also: deity, divine, goddess, religion
Synonyms: creator, deity, divinity, the Almighty

Etymology

From Old English god, from Proto-Germanic *gudą, possibly from Proto-Indo-European *ǵʰu-tó-m ("that which is invoked").