deify (C1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈdiːəfaɪ/

Definition

To worship or regard someone or something as a god.

Examples

• The cult members deified their leader, believing he had divine powers.

• Many ancient cultures deified natural forces like the sun and the moon.

• She was so admired that some people seemed to deify her.

How to Use deify

deify someone/something (collocation)

To treat a person or thing as a god or divine. — "The ancient Egyptians deified their pharaohs."

deify someone/something as (collocation)

To worship or regard someone or something as a god, specifically in a certain role or capacity. — "He was deified as the god of the sun."

Synonyms of deify

Words with a similar meaning to deify:

• idolize
• worship
• revere
• sanctify

Antonyms of deify

Words with the opposite meaning to deify:

• condemn
• vilify

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