Almighty
/ɔ:l'maiti/
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Definition
Adjective:
- Having unlimited power; omnipotent: Describes something or someone possessing absolute and supreme power, often used in a religious context.
- (Informal) Extreme, enormous: Used for emphasis to describe something of a very great size, degree, or intensity.
Noun:
- God: Used as a title or name for the supreme deity in monotheistic religions, especially Christianity and Judaism.
Usage Examples
Adjective:
- Many religions believe in an almighty creator.
- He made an almighty mistake that cost the company millions.
- There was an almighty crash from the kitchen.
Noun:
- They prayed to the Almighty for guidance.
- Praise be to the Almighty.
Advanced Usage
"The Almighty Dollar": A phrase, often used cynically, to refer to the power and influence of money.
- In that industry, the almighty dollar is the only thing that matters.
"Almighty God": A common reverential title.
- We place our trust in Almighty God.
Variants and Related Words
- Omnipotent (adj): A more formal synonym meaning all-powerful.
- The philosopher debated the concept of an omnipotent being.
Synonyms
- Adjective (power): All-powerful, omnipotent, supreme.
- Adjective (informal): Colossal, tremendous, huge, terrific.
- Noun: God, the Lord, the Creator, the Supreme Being.
Related Phrases
- "Almighty Father": Another title for God.
- The hymn was addressed to the Almighty Father.
Idioms
- "To sound/look almighty...": Used informally to emphasize an adjective.
- He sounded almighty pleased with himself after winning the bet.
Adjective
- having unlimited power
Noun
- terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God