n.
- A female being of supernatural powers or attributes, believed in and worshiped by a people.
- often Goddess A female being believed to be the source of life and being and worshiped as the principal deity in various religions. Used with the.
- An image of a female supernatural being; an idol.
- Something, such as fame or wealth, that is worshiped or idealized.
- A woman of great beauty or grace.
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