Definition of divinity

The word "divinity" has its roots in Latin. The Latin word "divinitas" is derived from "divus," meaning "of or belonging to God." This Latin word is the source of the English word "divinity" as well as other languages such as French ("divinité"), Spanish ("divinidad"), and Italian ("divinità"). In Latin, "divinitas" referred to the quality of being divine or having a divine nature. It was often used to describe the nature of gods or goddesses, but also to describe a sense of holiness or sacredness. The word "divinity" has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to the nature of God or the gods, as well as to describe something that is considered holy or sacred. Over time, the meaning of the word has expanded to include concepts such as spirituality, mysticism, and the highest or most supreme being.