deify Meaning & Definition
What Does Deify Mean?
Deify is used as a verb meaning To make into a god. It is also used to mean To regard as being like a deity; to treat as worthy of worship; to exalt.
Deify at a Glance
| Part of speech | verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈdeɪ.ɪ.faɪ// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | apotheosize, exalt and idealize |
| Verb forms | deifies, deifying, deified |
Deify Definition (Verb)
- To make into a god.
- To regard as being like a deity; to treat as worthy of worship; to exalt.
Verb
- To make a god of (something or someone).
- To treat as worthy of worship; to regard as a deity.
Synonyms of Deify
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Deify in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
deify (third-person singular simple present deifies, present participle deifying, simple past and past participle deified)
Words That Rhyme With Deify
Origin of Deify
From French déifier, from Latin deificāre, from deus (“god”). By surface analysis, deity + -ify.
Deify Pronunciation
The standard pronunciation of deify is //ˈdeɪ.ɪ.faɪ//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Deify: Your Questions Answered
What part of speech is deify?
Deify is a verb.
What is another word for deify?
Words with a similar meaning to deify include apotheosize, exalt and idealize. See the full list of deify synonyms and antonyms.
What is the past tense of deify?
The past tense of deify is deified. The present participle is deifying.