docetize

/dɒkˈɛtaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to attribute supposed divinity or miraculous powers to a person or thing, especially Jesus Christ.

“The docetist heresy posits that Jesus was not fully human.”

2. verb

to describe or portray a person or thing in a way that emphasizes their supposed divinity or miraculous powers.

“The painting docetizes the Virgin Mary as a symbol of divine love and compassion.”

Synonyms

  • deify
  • divinize

Antonyms

  • demote
  • humanize