| 单词 | demigod |
| 释义 | demigod (once / 8024 pages) n A demigod is a divine mythological figure, a god who is either part human, or a minor god. In ancient Greece, dead heroes were sometimes thought of as demigods. Greek and Roman mythology have their share of demigods, and so does Hinduism — although in the latter case, a demigod is defined as a deity or god who was once mortal. Hanuman, known as the monkey god, is one example of a Hindu demigod who was born human and achieved divinity. The word demigod comes from the roots demi, "half," from the Latin dimidius, and god. WORD FAMILYdemigod: demigods USAGE EXAMPLESWorld’s longest reigning monarch, he was revered in Thailand as a demigod, a humble father figure and an anchor of stability through decades of upheaval. Seattle Times(Dec 22, 2016) Of particular concern is the movie’s portrayal of the demigod Maui, who is shown as enormous and egotistical, albeit with a good heart. Seattle Times(Nov 29, 2016) The film, which stars Dwayne Johnson as the voice of a Polynesian demigod named Maui, is likely benefiting from positive word of mouth. Los Angeles Times(Nov 24, 2016) 1n a person who is part mortal and part divine Syn|Hypo|Hyper daemon Adonis (Greek mythology) a handsome youth loved by both Aphrodite and Persephone deity, divinity, god, immortal any supernatural being worshipped as controlling some part of the world or some aspect of life or who is the personification of a force 2n a person with great powers and abilities Syn|Hyper Ubermensch, superman leader a person who rules or guides or inspires others |
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