theism
|the/ism|
B2
/ˈθiːɪzəm/
belief in god(s)
Etymology
Etymology Information
'theism' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'theos,' where 'theos' meant 'god.'
Historical Evolution
'theos' transformed into the Late Latin word 'theismus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'theism.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'belief in gods,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'belief in a god or gods.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
belief in the existence of a god or gods, specifically of a creator who intervenes in the universe.
Theism is a central concept in many world religions.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41