How to use divine in a sentence Of or relating to a god, especially the supreme being. See examples of divine used in a sentence. Connected with a god, or like a god Extremely good, pleasant, or enjoyable Divinity (from latin divinitas) refers to the quality, presence, or nature of that which is divine —a term that, before the rise of monotheism, evoked a broad and dynamic field of sacred power
In the ancient world, divinity was not limited to a single deity or abstract ideal but was recognized in multiple forms As a radiant attribute possessed by gods, as a vital force cushioning nature. Of, relating to, emanating from, or being the expression of a deity Sought divine guidance through meditation Being in the service or worship of a deity A divine performance of the concerto
You use divine to describe something that is provided by or relates to a god or goddess He suggested that the civil war had been a divine punishment.divine inspiration. There are 13 meanings listed in oed's entry for the word divine, six of which are labelled obsolete See ‘meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. Religion of or pertaining to a god, esp Religion proceeding from god or a god
Characteristic of or befitting a deity He has the most divine tenor voice Pertaining to, of the nature of, or proceeding from god, or a god or heathen deity The divine honors paid to the roman emperors A being half human, half divine
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