Definition

Noun: - A deity or god considered the highest and most powerful entity in existence: This term refers to a singular, ultimate divine power, often characterized as the creator and sovereign ruler of all reality. It is typically described as possessing perfect qualities such as omnipotence (all-powerful), omniscience (all-knowing), and omnipresence (present everywhere). This concept is central to monotheistic religions.

Usage

The term "supreme being" is used as a proper noun or a common noun to denote the singular, ultimate deity in monotheistic belief systems. It is often capitalized ("Supreme Being") when used as a title or direct reference, similar to "God." - It functions as the subject or object in a sentence. - It is often used in philosophical, theological, and general discussions about the concept of a single, all-powerful creator.

Examples

• Many philosophers have debated the nature of the supreme being.
• In their prayers, they worship the Supreme Being as the source of all life.
• The concept of a supreme being is fundamental to religions like Christianity, Islam, and Judaism.

Advanced Usage

• The Supreme Being: This capitalized form is used as a specific title and proper name for God.
  • They believe the Supreme Being revealed his will through prophets.
• Used in abstract or philosophical discourse to discuss the idea of a prime mover or first cause.
  • The argument for the existence of a supreme being has taken many forms throughout history.

Variants and Related Words

• Deity: (noun) A god or goddess. (A more general term that can refer to any divine being, not necessarily the singular supreme one.)
• Divinity: (noun) The state or quality of being divine; also used to refer to a divine being.
• Godhead: (noun) A term emphasizing the nature or essence of the supreme being, especially in Christian theology.
• The Almighty: (noun) A common epithet for the supreme being, emphasizing power.
• The Creator: (noun) A term focusing on the supreme being's role as the maker of the universe.

Synonyms

• God
• The Almighty
• The Creator
• The Divine
• The Godhead

Related Phrases

• Object of worship: This phrase describes the role of the supreme being in religious practice.
  • For monotheists, the supreme being is the sole object of worship.
• Originator and ruler of the universe: A descriptive phrase often used in definitions to summarize the attributed functions of the supreme being.

Noun

1. the supernatural being conceived as the perfect and omnipotent and omniscient originator and ruler of the universe; the object of worship in monotheistic religions