atheism
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Noun — The belief that no gods or deities exist, or the absence of belief in any deity.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Middle French athéisme, from Greek atheos ("godless"), from a- ("without") + theos ("god").
Full origin of atheism →Frequently asked questions
What does “atheism” mean?
The word “atheism” means the belief that no gods or deities exist, or the absence of belief in any deity. In plain terms, not believing that any god exists.
How do you pronounce “atheism”?
“Atheism” is pronounced AY-thee-ih-zuhm (/ˈeɪ.θi.ɪ.zəm/ in IPA).
How do you use “atheism” in a sentence?
Here is “atheism” used in a sentence: “He converted from Catholicism to atheism in his twenties.”
What part of speech is “atheism”?
“Atheism” is a noun.
Where does the word “atheism” come from?
The word “atheism” comes from Middle French. From Middle French athéisme, from Greek atheos ("godless"), from a- ("without") + theos ("god").
Is “atheism” a common word?
“Atheism” is an uncommon word in modern English.