demigod
noun
a mythological being who is partly divine and partly human; an inferior deity.
demigods
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pluralof demigod.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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The NBA’s very best teams tend to be led by generational superstars who have been anointed as basketball demigods since they first laced up their sneakers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 15, 2026
"The difference is wrestlers think that they’re demigods, but they’re not. I know that because I was one of them," he said with a laugh.
From BBC ● Nov. 24, 2024
In place of demigods and antiheroes, women were his preferred orbit.
From New York Times ● Sep. 8, 2023
McShane’s unassuming appearance belies the power she wields in a culinary city like Los Angeles, where diners at some places tend to revere chefs as demigods.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 5, 2023
A column of demigods emerged from the gates, their armor and spears glinting as they hurried toward the city.
From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan
