atheism
Atheism (noun) means the belief that no gods or deities exist, or the absence of belief in any deity. Example: “He converted from Catholicism to atheism in his twenties.”
How to use atheism
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishNot believing that any god exists.
Don't confuse with agnosticism, which is uncertainty about whether a god exists rather than a firm denial.
Word forms
atheisms plural
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Etymology
From Middle French athéisme, from Greek atheos ("godless"), from a- ("without") + theos ("god").
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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.
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