Irreligion: meaning, definitions and examples
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irreligion
[ ɪrɪˈlɪdʒən ]
lack of religious belief
Irreligion refers to the absence of religious beliefs or the rejection of religious faith. It is the state of not following any organized religion or not adhering to religious practices.
Synonyms
non-belief, non-religiosity, unbelief
Examples of usage
- His irreligion led to conflicts with his devoutly religious family members.
- She embraced irreligion after years of questioning her faith.
anti-religious attitude
Irreligion can also refer to an active opposition or hostility towards religion. It involves a critical or dismissive view of religious beliefs and practices.
Synonyms
anti-clericalism, anti-faith, anti-religion
Examples of usage
- His irreligion manifested in frequent debates with religious scholars.
- Her irreligion often led to heated arguments with her religious friends.
Translations
Translations of the word "irreligion" in other languages:
🇵🇹 irreligião
🇮🇳 धर्महीनता
🇩🇪 Irreligion
🇮🇩 ketidaktuhanan
🇺🇦 нерелігійність
🇵🇱 niereligijność
🇯🇵 無宗教
🇫🇷 irréligion
🇪🇸 irreligión
🇹🇷 dinsizlik
🇰🇷 비종교
🇸🇦 اللادينية
🇨🇿 nenáboženství
🇸🇰 nereligioznosť
🇨🇳 非宗教
🇸🇮 nereligioznost
🇮🇸 trúleysi
🇰🇿 дінсіздік
🇬🇪 არარელიგიურობა
🇦🇿 dinçilik
🇲🇽 irreligión
Word origin
The term 'irreligion' originated in the 17th century, combining the prefix 'ir-' meaning 'not' with the word 'religion'. It gained prominence during the Age of Enlightenment as skepticism and secularism rose in popularity, challenging traditional religious beliefs. Irreligion continues to be a topic of debate and discussion in the context of freedom of belief and secular societies.
See also: religious.