noun
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Hinduism
HIHN-doo-ih-zuhm
Hinduism (noun) means a major religion and way of life originating in India, marked by belief in reincarnation and many forms of a single divine reality. Example: “Hinduism is one of the oldest religions still widely practised today.”
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A major religion and way of life originating in India, marked by belief in reincarnation and many forms of a single divine reality.
"Hinduism is one of the oldest religions still widely practised today."
How to use Hinduism
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe religion practised by Hindus, centred on India, with beliefs like karma and reincarnation.
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Etymology
From Hindu + -ism.
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Hindooism
Rhymes for Hinduism
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What does “Hinduism” mean?
The word “Hinduism” means a major religion and way of life originating in India, marked by belief in reincarnation and many forms of a single divine reality. In plain terms, the religion practised by Hindus, centred on India, with beliefs like karma and reincarnation.
How do you pronounce “Hinduism”?
“Hinduism” is pronounced HIHN-doo-ih-zuhm (/ˈhɪnduɪzəm/ in IPA).
How do you use “Hinduism” in a sentence?
Here is “Hinduism” used in a sentence: “Hinduism is one of the oldest religions still widely practised today.”
What part of speech is “Hinduism”?
“Hinduism” is a noun.
Is “Hinduism” a common word?
“Hinduism” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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