deiform

English

Etymology

From Medieval Latin deiformis (literally “godlike”).

Adjective

deiform (comparative more deiform, superlative most deiform)

1. godlike

   (Can we find and add a quotation of Dr. H. More to this entry?)

2. conformable to the will of God
   • (Can we date this quote by Bishop Burnet and provide title, author’s full name, and other details?)

     When our minds shall perceive what a pure imitation of God its life is, and how exactly deiform all its motions and actions are, with what ravishing pleasure will they even review their own motions […]