God Almighty
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- God Almighty: A term used to refer to the supreme deity of the Judeo-Christian tradition, emphasizing His omnipotence and absolute power. It is a name or title for God.
Usage
- This term is used as a name or direct address for God, often to express awe, supplication, or emphasis on His supreme power.
- It is typically capitalized: "God Almighty."
Examples
- Proper noun:
- They prayed to God Almighty for guidance.
- "God Almighty, help us," he whispered in despair.
- The power of God Almighty is believed to be infinite.
Advanced Usage
- As an exclamation: Used to express strong emotion such as shock, frustration, or amazement. (Note: This usage can be considered informal or potentially irreverent by some.)
- God Almighty! What was that noise?
- Good God Almighty, that's a huge fish!
Variants and Related Words
- Almighty God: A common variant with the same meaning.
- We place our trust in Almighty God.
- The Almighty: A noun phrase used as another name for God.
- He thanked the Almighty for his good fortune.
Synonyms
- The Almighty: The all-powerful being.
- The Lord: A title for God.
- The Creator: Emphasizing God as the maker of the universe.
Related Idioms and Phrases
- "God Almighty" as an intensifier: In informal, sometimes exclamatory speech, the phrase can be used for strong emphasis, though this is distinct from its use as a proper name.
- It took a God Almighty effort to finish the project on time. (Meaning: an extraordinarily great effort)
Noun
- terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God