Definition

1. Noun:
   • An advanced academic degree in religion: "doctor of divinity" refers to a doctoral-level degree awarded for advanced study and research in religious fields, typically theology or divinity. It is often abbreviated as D.D.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • He earned his doctor of divinity from a prestigious seminary.
  • The university conferred the honorary doctor of divinity upon the renowned theologian.

Advanced Usage

• "Honorary doctor of divinity": A degree awarded to recognize significant contributions to religious life or scholarship, rather than completion of a formal course of study.
  • The archbishop was presented with an honorary doctor of divinity for his lifelong service.

Variants and Related Words

• Divinity degree (n): A more general term for any academic degree in the study of divinity or religion.

  • She is pursuing a divinity degree at the local college.

• Doctor of Theology (Th.D.) (n): A similar doctoral degree focused specifically on theological research.

  • The Th.D. and the doctor of divinity are both advanced research degrees in religious studies.

Synonyms

• Theological doctorate: A doctoral degree in theology.
• D.D.: The standard abbreviation for Doctor of Divinity.

Noun

1. a doctor's degree in religion