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Θεός — meaning in English

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English meaning

god noun A supernatural being worshipped as having power over nature or human affairs.

Senses

Θεός is used for these senses in English:

God A being such as a monotheistic God: a single divine creator and ruler of the universe.
God The single male deity of various bitheistic or duotheistic religions.
god An idol.
god (figurative) A person in a very high position of authority, importance or influence; a powerful ruler or tyrant.

god — full definition

noun A supernatural being worshipped as having power over nature or human affairs.
name In monotheistic religions, the single supreme being and creator.
noun Informal: someone treated as supremely important, skilled, or admired.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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