deific

American  

[dee-if-ik] / diˈɪf ɪk /

adjective

1. making divine; deifying.

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deific British  

/ deɪ-, diːˈɪfɪk /

adjective

1. making divine or exalting to the position of a god

2. divine or godlike

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Etymology

Origin of deific

1480–90; < Late Latin deificus, equivalent to Latin dei- (combining form of deus god) + -ficus -fic

Example Sentences

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

He invoked the inspiration of the Goddess of Song, and waited for, no doubt believed in, some "deific impulse" descending on him.

From Christianity and Greek Philosophy or, the relation between spontaneous and reflective thought in Greece and the positive teaching of Christ and His Apostles by Cocker, B. F. (Benjamin Franklin)