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Monotheistic: meaning, definitions and examples

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monotheistic

 

[ ˌmɒnəθiˈɪstɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

religious belief

Monotheistic refers to the belief in a single, all-powerful deity. This term is often used to describe religions such as Christianity, Islam, and Judaism, which center their worship around one God.

Synonyms

one God, single deity, uni-theistic

Examples of usage

  • Monotheistic religions emphasize the oneness of God.
  • Judaism is one of the oldest monotheistic faiths.
  • The monotheistic nature of Islam is fundamental to its teachings.

Translations

Translations of the word "monotheistic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 monoteísta

🇮🇳 एकेश्वरवादी

🇩🇪 monotheistisch

🇮🇩 monoteis

🇺🇦 моновірний

🇵🇱 monoteistyczny

🇯🇵 一神教の

🇫🇷 monothéiste

🇪🇸 monoteísta

🇹🇷 tektanrıcı

🇰🇷 일신론의

🇸🇦 توحدي

🇨🇿 monoteistický

🇸🇰 monoteistický

🇨🇳 一神论的

🇸🇮 monoteističen

🇮🇸 ein guð

🇰🇿 бірқұдайшылық

🇬🇪 მონოთეისტური

🇦🇿 tək tanrılı

🇲🇽 monoteísta

Etymology

The term 'monotheistic' originates from the Greek words 'monos', meaning 'one' or 'single', and 'theos', meaning 'god'. It came into usage in the early 17th century, particularly in theological discussions contrasting the belief in one God versus polytheism, which recognizes multiple gods. Monotheism has roots in ancient religions, but it became more formally identified by the Abrahamic faiths that emerged in the Middle East. Understanding monotheism involves not only acknowledging the existence of one god but also the implications of worship, morality, and religious practices that arise from such beliefs. Throughout history, monotheistic beliefs have shaped societies, influenced legal systems, and engaged with various philosophical debates about the nature of divine attributes and existence.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,920, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.