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theological
theer-LOD-zhihkl
Theological (adj) means relating to theology or the study of religion. Example: “The two churches have deep theological disagreements.”
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Relating to theology or the study of religion.
"Woody Allen has provided what is probably the best theological answer to the problem of evil: God is not evil; He is just an underachiever."
— Wendy Doniger, Why the Body Is Disgusting (1990)
"The two churches have deep theological disagreements."
"She is writing a theological essay on the concept of grace."
"He studied at a theological college before becoming a village priest."
How to use theological
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes anything to do with religious study or doctrine.
Common pairings
theological debate
theological seminary
theological grounds
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Etymology
From theology plus the adjective ending -ical.
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What does “theological” mean?
The word “theological” means relating to theology or the study of religion. In plain terms, describes anything to do with religious study or doctrine.
How do you pronounce “theological”?
“Theological” is pronounced theer-LOD-zhihkl (/θi.əˈlɑd͡ʒɪkl/ in IPA).
How do you use “theological” in a sentence?
Here is “theological” used in a sentence: “The two churches have deep theological disagreements.”
What part of speech is “theological”?
“Theological” is an adjective.
Is “theological” a common word?
“Theological” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between "theological" and "religious"?
"Religious" broadly describes anything connected to faith, worship, or belief in general, while "theological" specifically relates to the formal, academic study of theology, such as doctrine and scripture. A theological argument analyzes religious ideas systematically, whereas a religious practice is simply an act of faith.
What is the difference between "theological" and "philosophical"?
"Theological" questions are grounded in religious belief and the study of God or religion, while "philosophical" questions can address the same big topics, such as ethics or existence, without reference to religious doctrine. The two fields often overlap, but theology starts from religious premises that philosophy does not require.
What are common collocations with "theological"?
"Theological" frequently appears in phrases such as "theological seminary," "theological debate," "theological studies," and "theological differences." These collocations describe institutions, discussions, or disagreements centered on religious doctrine.
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