deifying Synonyms

deifying Meaning

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deifying (p. pr. & vb. n.)

of Deify

deifying Sentence Examples

  1. The cult leader's followers were deifying him, believing he possessed divine powers.
  2. In ancient times, rulers often sought to cultivate an image of themselves by deifying their actions and accomplishments.
  3. The artist's portrayal of the hero was so striking that it seemed to be deifying him, elevating him to a godlike status.
  4. Some cultures have a tradition of deifying nature, seeing it as a manifestation of divine power.
  5. The celebrity's fans were deifying her, hanging on her every word and treating her as if she were a deity.
  6. The concept of deifying wealth and material success is prevalent in certain societies.
  7. Through their music, the band was effectively deifying the spirit of rebellion and nonconformity.
  8. The ancient practice of deifying ancestors played a significant role in many cultures' belief systems.
  9. Political leaders throughout history have often been deified by their followers, leading to cults of personality.
  10. The act of deifying a mortal being is a common theme in mythology, where humans ascend to the status of gods.

FAQs About the word deifying

of Deify

worshiping,adoring, worshipping, affectionate, idolizing,loving, appreciative, worshipful, adulatory, hagiographic

scornful, contemptuous, hateful, disapproving, disapproving, scornful, contemptuous,hateful, loathing,condemning

The cult leader's followers were deifying him, believing he possessed divine powers.

In ancient times, rulers often sought to cultivate an image of themselves by deifying their actions and accomplishments.

The artist's portrayal of the hero was so striking that it seemed to be deifying him, elevating him to a godlike status.

Some cultures have a tradition of deifying nature, seeing it as a manifestation of divine power.