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non-denominational

2 antonyms and opposites of non-denominational, grouped by meaning.

Adjective — Not tied to any one branch or denomination of a religion, and open to people of different traditions.

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How to use non-denominational

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non-denominational church non-denominational service non-denominational school non-denominational prayer

Neutral. British writing usually hyphenates it; American writing often writes nondenominational as one word.

Etymology

From non-, 'not', plus denomination, from Latin denominare, 'to name'.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between non-denominational and secular?

Non-denominational is still religious; it simply refuses to belong to one particular denomination. Secular means not religious at all, so a secular ceremony involves no worship of any kind.

What is the difference between non-denominational and interdenominational?

Interdenominational means several named denominations are cooperating. Non-denominational means the church or event does not identify with any denomination in the first place.

Is a non-denominational church Christian?

In most English-speaking countries yes: the term usually describes a Christian church that stands outside Baptist, Methodist, Anglican and similar structures while still holding Christian beliefs.

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