Word
almighty
US/ɔɫˈmaɪti/
UK/ɒlmˈaɪti/
In Japanese
almighty
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Definitions
01all-powerful
B2 · Upper Intermediate Religion Formal
adj. having total power over everything.
adj. having unlimited power; omnipotent. Often used in religious or mythological contexts.
“In many ancient stories, the gods were seen as almighty beings who controlled the weather.”
“The doctrine describes an almighty creator whose influence extends across every facet of the physical and spiritual realms.”
Usage
Often placed before the noun, but can be postpositive in fixed religious titles.
Synonyms
02very great or loud
B2 · Upper Intermediate British English · Informal
adj. used to emphasize how big, loud, or powerful something is.
adj. used as an intensifier to denote extreme force, volume, or scale.
“There was an almighty crash in the kitchen when the shelf fell down.”
“The engine failure was followed by an almighty bang that sent the ground crew scrambling for safety.”
Usage
Typically used before a noun to emphasize a negative or sudden event.
Synonyms
03God
C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Religion Formal
n. a name used for God.
n. a title for the Supreme Being in monotheistic religions.
“The monks spent their lives in service to the Almighty.”
“The text concludes with a prayer for mercy from the Almighty, reflecting the deep piety of the era.”
Usage
Always capitalized and usually preceded by the definite article 'the'.
Synonyms
04extremely
C2 · Proficiency Informal · Slang
adv. very or extremely.
adv. used as an intensifier meaning 'extremely' or 'thoroughly'.
“That was an almighty difficult exam, and I am glad it is over.”
“It was an almighty long walk back to the station in the pouring rain.”
Usage
Functions as a degree adverb modifying an adjective.
Real-World Examples
“When you worship, you ask the Almighty for “forgiveness.” Or you may ask a friend you’ve offended for “forgiveness.” But when a student loan borrower doesn’t pay, the debt isn’t forgiven.” “The star’s name alone causes an almighty eye-roll today from Almodóvar, stye or no stye.” Etymology
From Middle English þe Almyȝty, þe Almihtiȝ, from Old English sē Ælmihtiġa (literally “the Almighty (One)”). More at almighty.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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Idioms
01. almighty dollar
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990EikenEikenTest in Practical English ProficiencyThe English proficiency test from the Eiken Foundation of Japan, widely taken by Japanese students. Grades run from 5 to 1, with Pre-1 and Pre-2 between them.Grade 1
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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