Polytheism
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /pɒl.ɪˈθiː.ɪz.əm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Polytheism is a noun meaning The belief in the existence of multiple gods.
Meaning
The belief in the existence of multiple gods.
More Meanings
- A religion or belief system with multiple gods.
Example Sentences
And remember when Lokmân said unto his son, as he admonished him, Oh my son, give not a partner unto GOD; for polytheism is a great impiety.
The Chaldeans worshipped the seven planets. These seven planets were the "Seven Great Gods" of the ancients, and constituted a polytheism, the component members of which varied in importance, with the moon occupying the premier position.
Word Forms
- polytheisms
Synonyms for polytheism
Depending on context, synonyms include pantheism.
Antonyms for polytheism
Common opposites include monotheism.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pantheism, poly-theism, polypantheism, multitheism, poly-deism, kathenotheism.
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