divine
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /dɪˈvaɪn/
KK: /dɪˈvaɪn/
adjective
Definition
Relating to a god or deity; heavenly and perfect; extremely pleasant or delightful.
Example
The sunset was so beautiful that it felt almost divine.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more divine
Superlative: most divine
Conversation
I just had the most divine dessert at that new café.
Really? What did you have?
It was a chocolate mousse that tasted absolutely heavenly and divine.
That sounds amazing! I need to try it next time.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
sacred
heavenly
celestial
Antonyms
mundane
earthly
profane
intransitive verb
Definition
To practice the art of predicting the future or discovering hidden knowledge, often through supernatural means.
Example
She decided to divine the future using tarot cards.
Tense Forms
Past: divined
Past Participle: divined
Conversation
Have you ever thought about how people divine their future?
Not really, but it sounds intriguing!
I read that some use cards or crystals to divine answers.
noun
Definition
A person who is a cleric or theologian, often associated with religious or spiritual matters.
Example
The divine spoke to the congregation during the service.
Conversation
Have you ever met a divine who could explain complex ideas in simple terms?
Actually, yes! I once spoke to a divine who made everything clear and relatable.
That's impressive! I think a good divine can really change someone's perspective.
transitive verb
Definition
To know or discover something through intuition or special insight, often related to predicting the future or finding hidden things.
Example
She tried to divine the outcome of the election by analyzing the polls.
Tense Forms
Past: divined
Past Participle: divined
Conversation
I heard you can divine where to find good hiking spots.
Yeah, I sometimes use a map and my instincts for that.
That sounds cool! Do you think it’s hard to divine the right trails?
Root Explanation
Divine → It is formed from "divinus" (meaning godlike or pertaining to a god) in Latin, which is derived from "deus" (meaning god). The word "divine" refers to something that is godlike or related to a deity.
Memory Tip
Think of the Latin word for god, 'deus', to remember that 'divine' means something that is godlike or related to a god.
Visually Confused Words
codivine
didine
vine
undivined
subdivine
ivin
dive
dine