No exact match translations found for 'godlike' in santali.
Word 'godlike' in Other Languages
- godlike in Assamese অসমীয়া
- godlike in Bengali বাংলা
- godlike in Bodo बड़ो
- godlike in Dogri डोगरी
- godlike in English
- godlike in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
- godlike in Hindi हिन्दी
- godlike in Kannada ಕನ್ನಡ
- godlike in Kashmiri कॉशुर
- godlike in Konkani कोंकणी
- godlike in Maithili মৈথিলী
- godlike in Malayalam മലയാളം
- godlike in Manipuri মৈতৈলোন্
- godlike in Marathi मराठी
- godlike in Nepali नेपाली
- godlike in Oriya ଓଡ଼ିଆ
- godlike in Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ
- godlike in Sanskrit संस्कृतम्
- godlike in Santali
- godlike in Sindhi سنڌي
- godlike in Tamil தமிழ்
- godlike in Telugu తెలుగు
- godlike in Urdu اُردُو
godlike
Part of Speech
Adjective
Pronunciation
/ˈɡɒd.laɪk/ (British English), /ˈɡɑːd.laɪk/ (American English)
Definitions
- Having the qualities or nature of a god; divine.
- Exhibiting extraordinary power, beauty, or virtue.
- Worthy of worship or admiration due to superior attributes.
Usage Examples
- His mastery of the sport was almost godlike in its precision.
- Ancient rulers often claimed godlike status to justify their reign.
- Her kindness and wisdom made her seem godlike to those around her.
Etymology
Derived from Old English "god" (deity) and "-like" (having the qualities of).
Synonyms
- Divine
- Superhuman
- Transcendent
- Celestial
- Omnipotent
Antonyms
- Human
- Mortal
- Earthly
- Imperfect
- Fallible
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | divino | /diˈβino/ |
| French | divin | /di.vɛ̃/ |
| German | göttlich | /ˈɡœtlɪç/ |
| Russian | божественный (bozhestvennyy) | /bɐˈʐɛstvʲɪn.nɨj/ |
| Hindi | दैवीय (daivīya) | /d̪ɛː.viː.jə/ |
| Chinese (Mandarin) | 神一般的 (shén yībān de) | /ʂən i˥˥pan tə/ |
| Japanese | 神のような (kami no yōna) | /ka.mi no joː.na/ |
| Korean | 신과 같은 (singwa gateun) | /ɕin.kwa ka.tʰɯn/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- British English: /ˈɡɒd.laɪk/
- American English: /ˈɡɑːd.laɪk/
- Australian English: /ˈɡɒd.laɪk/
Historical Usage
The concept of godlike beings appears in many cultures, often in mythology and religious texts. The term has been used historically to describe rulers, warriors, and philosophers who displayed extraordinary abilities or wisdom.
Cultural Nuances
Different cultures have varied interpretations of "godlike." In monotheistic traditions, it may imply blasphemy or arrogance, whereas in polytheistic and philosophical traditions, it can be an aspirational quality of enlightenment or excellence.
More Information
The idea of godlike figures permeates literature, religion, and modern storytelling. From ancient Greek demigods to contemporary superheroes, the term "godlike" continues to shape how societies perceive exceptional power and virtue.