atheistical
/,eiθi'istik/ Cách viết khác : (atheistical) /,eiθi'istikəl/
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Rejecting any belief in gods: Describes a person, position, or philosophy that denies or disbelieves in the existence of any deity or deities.
- Related to or characterized by atheism: Pertaining to the doctrine or principles of atheism; typical of or associated with atheists.
Examples of Usage
- Adjective:
- His atheistical views were well-known among his colleagues. (His views rejecting belief in gods were well-known.)
- The philosopher's writings took an atheistical stance on the origin of the universe. (The writings were characterized by atheism regarding the universe's origin.)
- She faced criticism for her atheistical leanings in the predominantly religious community. (She faced criticism for her tendencies related to atheism.)
Advanced Usage
- In philosophical or theological discourse: Used to describe arguments, literature, or systems of thought that explicitly oppose theistic belief.
- The debate centered on the atheistical implications of the new scientific theory.
- As a descriptive term for demeanor or attitude: Can describe a manner or approach that is dismissive of religious concepts.
- He responded with an atheistical shrug to questions about an afterlife.
Variants and Related Words
- Atheist (noun): A person who disbelieves in the existence of gods.
- He is a committed atheist.
- Atheism (noun): The disbelief or lack of belief in the existence of gods.
- Atheism is a core tenet of his worldview.
- Atheistic (adjective): This is a more common variant, essentially synonymous with "atheistical."
- Atheistic philosophies often explore morality without divine command.
Synonyms
- Godless: Lacking a belief in God or gods; often carries a stronger negative connotation.
- Irreligious: Indifferent or hostile to religion.
- Non-theistic: Not involving belief in a god or gods; a more neutral term.
Antonyms
- Theistic: Relating to or characterized by belief in the existence of a god or gods.
- Religious: Relating to or believing in a religion.
- Pious: Devoutly religious.
Related Phrases
- Atheistical worldview: A comprehensive perspective or philosophy grounded in atheism.
- His atheistical worldview shaped his approach to ethics.
- To hold atheistical beliefs: To maintain a position of disbelief in deities.
- They were free to hold atheistical beliefs without persecution.
Adjective
- rejecting any belief in gods
- related to or characterized by or given to atheism
- atheist leanings