noun
paganism
Paganism (noun) means a native religion that worships more than one god.
noun
1
A native religion that worships more than one god.
"Most people in that region practise their own form of paganism."
2
A religion often linked with ceremonies that honour nature.
"Various neopagan movements have arisen, each advancing its own form of paganism. Some are monotheist."
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Etymology
From Latin pāgānismus (“heathenism”), from pāgānus (“peasant, rural, rustic”). The term was used pejoratively by local Orthodox Christian Demonyms to belittle what remained of alternative native ideas and ideals. By surface analysis, pagan + -ism.
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Rhymes for paganism
humanism
veganism
organism
shamanism
mechanism
hooliganism
microorganism
vegetarianism
republicanism
equestrianism
utilitarianism
authoritarianism
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of paganism?
"paganism" (noun) means a native religion that worships more than one god.
What is another word for paganism?
Other words for "paganism" include heathenism.
What is the opposite of paganism?
The opposite of "paganism" is christianity.
What are the different meanings of paganism?
"paganism" has 2 main meanings: 1. A native religion that worships more than one god; 2. A religion often linked with ceremonies that honour nature.
