God-given

American

[god-giv-uhn] / ˈgɒdˌgɪv ən /

adjective

given by, or coming directly from, God.

the God-given laws.
welcome; propitious; opportune.

Etymology

Origin of God-given

First recorded in 1790–1800

Example Sentences

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“I don’t take anchored inflation expectations as a God-given truth. I know we have to work very hard at it every day,” Musalem said in a speech last week.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

Mr. Loconte outlines how their belief in the God-given dignity of man set them at odds with foreign despots and those in England with similar political designs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 22, 2026

“I always say to people, business is the only sport where you can play at an elite level with no God-given talent.”

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 22, 2025

“This is a God-given signal,” Adolph Hitler said.

From Slate • Sep. 11, 2025

“You’d only have to spend one summer of your only God-given young life with Coach,” Todd said, fingering the ball out of the cup before downing his drink.

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan

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