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Word: Religious Belief

Definition: A religious belief is a strong feeling or conviction that there is a supernatural power, like God or gods, that influences or controls human lives and the world around us. People with religious beliefs often follow certain practices, rituals, or moral guidelines based on their faith.

Usage Instructions:

• Part of Speech: Noun (it refers to a thing or concept)
• Countability: It can be used in both singular and plural forms.
  • Singular: "Her religious belief is very important to her."
  • Plural: "Many religious beliefs exist around the world."

Examples:

1. Simple Sentence: "His religious belief gives him comfort during difficult times."
2. Complex Sentence: "Although she has different religious beliefs, she respects others’ faiths."

Advanced Usage:

• Context: Religious beliefs can vary widely among different cultures and individuals. They can influence laws, social norms, and personal behaviors.

Word Variants:

• Related Terms:
  • Religiosity (noun): The quality of being religious or having strong religious beliefs.
  • Religious (adjective): Related to religion; showing devotion to a particular faith.

Different Meanings:

While "religious belief" typically refers to faith in a supernatural power, it can also imply: - Cultural Beliefs: Some people may identify with certain cultural practices that are not strictly religious but are similar in nature.

Synonyms:

• Faith
• Spiritual belief
• Devotion
• Conviction
• Trust in a higher power

Idioms:

• "Faith moves mountains": This means that having strong belief or faith can help overcome great challenges.
• "To have faith": To trust or have confidence in something or someone, often used in a religious context.

Phrasal Verbs:

• While there are no specific phrasal verbs directly related to "religious belief," you might hear phrases like:
  • "Look to" (for guidance or support): People may look to their religious beliefs for guidance in life decisions.

Summary:

Religious belief is an important concept in many people's lives, providing them with a sense of purpose, community, and moral direction.

Academic

Noun

1. a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny
   • he lost his faith but not his morality

Synonyms

• religion
• faith