CultureJune 30, 2026

demigod

/ˈdɛm.iˌɡɒd/

Definition

A mythological being with one divine parent and one human parent, often possessing supernatural powers.

Etymology

The word combines the French prefix 'demi-', meaning half, with the Old English 'god'. It entered English in the late 16th century to translate the Latin 'semideus'.

In the news

In the article, the term refers to the character Maui, a legendary figure from Polynesian mythology whom Dwayne Johnson portrays as a shape-shifting hero.

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson drew inspiration from grandfather in return as Maui in live-action 'Moana'

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ABC7 Los Angeles

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