deity

  1. Noun.  (mythology) , (religion) A preternatural or supernatural human or non-human being or entity, or an object that possesses miraculous or supernatural attributes, powers or superpowers (e.g. a god or goddess).
  2. Noun.  (mythology) , (religion) The divine character of a divinity.
  3. Noun.  (mythology) , (religion) A being, entity or object revered as a god or goddess.

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