"nontheism" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: nontheisms [plural]
Etymology: From non- + theism. Intended as a generalization of atheism, non-theist was coined in the 1850s. Nontheism is not recorded in notable dictionaries as of 2024. Etymology templates: {{prefix|en|non|theism}} non- + theism Head templates: {{en-noun|-|s}} nontheism (usually uncountable, plural nontheisms)
  1. Any of a range of concepts regarding spirituality and religion which do not include the idea of a deity in the form of a theistic god or gods. Wikipedia link: nontheism Tags: uncountable, usually Categories (topical): Religion Derived forms: nontheist, nontheistic

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