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

Whatever means they use are therefore justified because, by definition, they are a virtuous people pursing a deific end.

From Salon

“Whatever means they use are therefore justified because, by definition, they are a virtuous people pursing a deific end,” he said.

From Washington Times

The West Ham striker has deific status in his home country and it would take much more than a late night to change that.

From The Guardian

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