Definition of "divinity" in English

noun

1. (uncountable) The state, position, or fact of being a god or God. [from 14th c.]

2. (countable) Synonym of deity.

   • You may leave out where you live and use either initials or an alias, since gods, buddhas and other divinities look only at our hearts.

3. A celestial being inferior to a supreme God but superior to man.

4. (uncountable) The study of religion or religions.

   • Harvard Divinity School has been teaching theology since 1636.

5. (US) A type of confectionery made with egg whites, corn syrup, and white sugar.