ˈ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷+ˌ- noun
Etymology: demi- + god; translation of Latin semideus
1. : a mythological divine or semidivine being (as the offspring of a deity and a mortal) thought to possess less power than a god — compare hero
2. : one so preeminent in intellect, power, ability, beneficence, or appearance as to seem to approach the divine
modern propaganda machines can quickly build even an inconspicuous character into a demigod — Reporter