Meaning of the word demigod in English
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demigod
US /ˈdem.i.ɡɑːd/
UK /ˈdem.i.ɡɒd/
Noun
a being with partial or lesser divine status, such as a minor deity or a mortal who is the offspring of a god and a human
Example:
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Hercules was a famous Greek demigod, known for his incredible strength.
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In some mythologies, heroes who perform extraordinary feats are elevated to the status of demigods.