adj
godlike
GOD-lyk
Godlike (adj) means resembling or having qualities of a god; superhuman. Example: “The athlete produced a godlike performance in the final.”
adj
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Resembling or having qualities of a god; superhuman.
"Godlike aliens! Man, do I hate godlike aliens! I'll trade a critter for a godlike alien, any day!"
— Meltdown (Farscape), season 3 (2001)
"The athlete produced a godlike performance in the final."
How to use godlike
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSo impressive it seems superhuman or divine.
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more godlike
- Superlative
- most godlike
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The athlete produced a _____ performance in the final.
Etymology
A compound of god and -like.
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What does “godlike” mean?
The word “godlike” means resembling or having qualities of a god; superhuman. In plain terms, so impressive it seems superhuman or divine.
How do you pronounce “godlike”?
“Godlike” is pronounced GOD-lyk (/ˈɡɑdlaɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “godlike” in a sentence?
Here is “godlike” used in a sentence: “The athlete produced a godlike performance in the final.”
What part of speech is “godlike”?
“Godlike” is an adjective.
