theo-
a combining form meaning “god,” used in the formation of compound words: theocrat.
Origin of theo-
1- Also especially before a vowel, the-.
Words Nearby theo-
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How to use theo- in a sentence
I want to paint what I feel,” he said to Theo, “and feel what I paint.
Decoding Vincent Van Gogh’s Tempestuous, Fragile Mind | Nick Mafi | December 7, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTIn letters to Theo, Vincent would preach to younger brother the virtues of life.
Decoding Vincent Van Gogh’s Tempestuous, Fragile Mind | Nick Mafi | December 7, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTIn a letter written to Theo in December 1883, Van Gogh expressed his reason for writing.
Decoding Vincent Van Gogh’s Tempestuous, Fragile Mind | Nick Mafi | December 7, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTFor those keeping score, according to the Las Vegas Review-Journal, it went to Antioco Carillo and Theo Small.
A 1985 episode “Theo and the Joint” of The Cosby Show featured a “found stash” in a high school textbook.
‘Silicon Valley’ and the Return of Stoner Television | Rich Goldstein | April 10, 2014 | THE DAILY BEAST
"Same as last year, Cousin Robert," answered Theo cheerfully.
Tristram of Blent | Anthony Hope"Well, they're just wonderin' who's goin' to do the kickin'," said Theo.
Tristram of Blent | Anthony HopeBut whether he jested or not, Theo was always inclined to listen to him with some degree of serious belief.
Theo | Mrs. Frances Hodgson BurnettTheo stroked him softly, raising her eyes quite seriously to Mr. Oglethorpe's face.
Theo | Mrs. Frances Hodgson BurnettHer tone was such a strange one that Theo lifted her face with a faint, startled look.
Theo | Mrs. Frances Hodgson Burnett
British Dictionary definitions for theo-
indicating God or gods: theology
Origin of theo-
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