almighty
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
adj.having total power over everything.
adj.having unlimited power; omnipotent. Often used in religious or mythological contexts.
Simple“In many ancient stories, the gods were seen as almighty beings who controlled the weather.”
In context“The doctrine describes an almighty creator whose influence extends across every facet of the physical and spiritual realms.”
UsageOften placed before the noun, but can be postpositive in fixed religious titles.
Synonymsomnipotentall powerful - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
adj.used to emphasize how big, loud, or powerful something is.
adj.used as an intensifier to denote extreme force, volume, or scale.
Simple“There was an almighty crash in the kitchen when the shelf fell down.”
In context“The engine failure was followed by an almighty bang that sent the ground crew scrambling for safety.”
UsageTypically used before a noun to emphasize a negative or sudden event.
Synonyms - 03 C1 Advanced
n.a name used for God.
n.a title for the Supreme Being in monotheistic religions.
Simple“The monks spent their lives in service to the Almighty.”
In context“The text concludes with a prayer for mercy from the Almighty, reflecting the deep piety of the era.”
UsageAlways capitalized and usually preceded by the definite article 'the'.
Synonyms - 04 C2 Proficiency
adv.very or extremely.
adv.used as an intensifier meaning 'extremely' or 'thoroughly'.
Simple“That was an almighty difficult exam, and I am glad it is over.”
In context“It was an almighty long walk back to the station in the pouring rain.”
UsageFunctions as a degree adverb modifying an adjective.
“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.”
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.