noun
polytheism
Polytheism (noun) means the belief in the existence of multiple gods.
noun
1
The belief in the existence of multiple gods.
2
A religion or belief system with multiple gods.
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Etymology
From French polythéisme, from Ancient Greek πολύς (polús, “many”) and θεός (theós, “god”), corresponding to poly- + theism.
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What is the meaning of polytheism?
"polytheism" (noun) means the belief in the existence of multiple gods.
What are the different meanings of polytheism?
"polytheism" has 2 main meanings: 1. The belief in the existence of multiple gods; 2. A religion or belief system with multiple gods.