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Pelagianism (noun) means a Christian teaching that rejects the idea of original sin, holding instead that people can reach salvation through their own efforts.

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A Christian teaching that rejects the idea of original sin, holding instead that people can reach salvation through their own efforts.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

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Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Named after its founder, Pelagius, and formed from Pelagian plus -ism.

Rhymes for pelagianism

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"pelagianism" (noun) means a Christian teaching that rejects the idea of original sin, holding instead that people can reach salvation through their own efforts.