noun
agnosticism
Agnosticism (noun) means the belief that we can never be completely certain about things that cannot be known through experience.
noun
1
The belief that we can never be completely certain about things that cannot be known through experience.
2
The belief that no one can know for certain whether God or gods exist.
3
Uncertainty or doubt about whether God or gods exist.
4
Uncertainty or doubt about any matter that people disagree on.
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Etymology
Coined by Thomas Henry Huxley, formed from a-, gnostic, and -ism (see also agnostic).
Synonyms
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skepticism
scepticism
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Rhymes for agnosticism
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What is the meaning of agnosticism?
"agnosticism" (noun) means the belief that we can never be completely certain about things that cannot be known through experience.
What is another word for agnosticism?
Other words for "agnosticism" include skepticism, scepticism.
What are the different meanings of agnosticism?
"agnosticism" has 3 main meanings: 1. The belief that we can never be completely certain about things that cannot be known through experience; 2. The belief that no one can know for certain whether God or gods exist; 3. Uncertainty or doubt about whether God or gods exist.
