CultureJuly 16, 2026
deity
/ˈdiːɪti/
Definition
A god or goddess, especially one worshipped as having divine power over the natural or human world.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin word 'deitas' (divinity), which itself comes from 'deus' (god). The term entered English through Old French in the 14th century to denote the nature or essence of a divine being.
In the news
In the article, the word refers to the powerful, supernatural beings of Greek mythology that influence the lives and fates of the characters in Homer's epic. It highlights the vulnerability of the men in the story who are at the mercy of these capricious divine forces.
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Read the full article ↗Euronews.com