as in divine
of, relating to, or being God
the godlike splendor of creation
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Recent Examples of godlike
Under Jamison’s direction, the Ailey dancers grew more and more godlike in technique without losing earthly looseness and soul.
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The New Yorker, 20 Dec. 2024
All the while, Dee Dee was godlike to her, her sole caretaker who was always hovering.
—Timothy Bella, Rolling Stone, 8 Dec. 2024
The local doctor was really just a helpless conjurer, while the lazy village priest got endowed with unwarranted godlike powers.
—James Wood, The New Yorker, 5 Aug. 2024
The show, in fact, paints Saint Laurent as a godlike figure, first on the cover of a magazine and then at one of his fashion shows.
—José Criales-Unzueta, Vogue, 17 July 2024
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The New Yorker, 20 Dec. 2024
All the while, Dee Dee was godlike to her, her sole caretaker who was always hovering.
—Timothy Bella, Rolling Stone, 8 Dec. 2024
The local doctor was really just a helpless conjurer, while the lazy village priest got endowed with unwarranted godlike powers.
—James Wood, The New Yorker, 5 Aug. 2024
The show, in fact, paints Saint Laurent as a godlike figure, first on the cover of a magazine and then at one of his fashion shows.
—José Criales-Unzueta, Vogue, 17 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for godlike
Recent Examples of Synonyms for godlike
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When his hidden gun jammed—a moment that would later feel like divine intervention—the police pulled him from the wreckage, and a new chapter began.—
Omaid Homayun,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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David Oyelowo plays a man released from prison trying to reestablish his family life amid instances of what seems like divine intervention.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
22 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Each pack comes with 10 delicious flavors, including heavenly caramel, cinnamon hazelnut, peanut butter crunch, and more.—
Rebecca Martinson,
Rolling Stone,
19 Dec. 2024
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Gilded touches of gold eyeshadow accentuate the eyes, a touch of light-catching lip gloss enhances your heavenly pout and goddess nails add sparkle to your golden touch.—
Stacia Datskovska,
WWD,
17 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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As with any good Southern tradition, part of what makes football season so holy is the food.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
16 Jan. 2025
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The collection spans categories like body care — Bath & Body Works’ holy grail — home decor, candles, and beyond, with prices starting at $1.95.—
Stacia Datskovska,
WWD,
13 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The oak is one of the Tongva people’s sacred plants; its acorns are a staple in traditional meals.—
Rebecca Plevin,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Jan. 2025
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The Maha Kumbh Mela celebration lasts six weeks and is expected to draw 400 million visitors, many of whom will have come to bathe in the sacred waters where three holy rivers meet.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN,
18 Jan. 2025
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Following the birth of Patrick and Brittany Mahomes’ daughter, Golden Raye, last Sunday, Randi Mahomes delighted fans with a post on Instagram following the blessed event.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
19 Jan. 2025
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Mills says he’s been very blessed to have made money in his career.—
Nicole Fell,
The Hollywood Reporter,
13 Jan. 2025
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“Godlike.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/godlike. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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