noun
demigod
Demigod (noun) means a figure who is part god, born from a god and a human parent.
noun
1
A figure who is part god, born from a god and a human parent.
2
A person admired and treated as though they were almost godlike.
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Etymology
Formed from demi- and god, a calque of Latin semideus ("half-god"), probably coined by the Roman poet Ovid for lesser gods such as dryads.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of demigod?
"demigod" (noun) means a figure who is part god, born from a god and a human parent.
What is another word for demigod?
Other words for "demigod" include daemon, superman, Ubermensch.
What are the different meanings of demigod?
"demigod" has 2 main meanings: 1. A figure who is part god, born from a god and a human parent; 2. A person admired and treated as though they were almost godlike.
