Definition of THEISM

theism

Plural: theisms

Noun

  • Belief in the existence of a god or gods.
  • the doctrine or belief in the existence of a God or gods
  • Belief in the existence of at least one deity.
  • Belief in the existence of a personal creator god, goddess, gods and/or goddesses present and active in the governance and organization of the world and the universe. The God may be known by or through revelation.
  • A morbid condition resulting from excessive consumption of tea.

Examples

  • His unwavering belief in his Scrabble skills bordered on THEISM, even when facing a tough opponent.

Origin / Etymology

Coined, theo- + -ism. ultimately from Ancient Greek θεός (theós, “god”). Attested in English from 1678, theist being attested 16 years earlier in 1662. Cognate French théisme, as in Diderot Principes de la philosophie morale (1745), which was probably borrowed from English.

Antonyms

atheism, ;, antireligiousness, antitheism, irreligion, irreligiousness

Scrabble Score: 11

theism: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
theism: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
theism: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 11

theism: valid Words With Friends Word