theistical
/θi:'istik/ Cách viết khác : (theistical) /θi:'istikəl/
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Of or relating to theism: Pertaining to the belief in the existence of a god or gods, specifically a personal creator who interacts with the universe.
Usage
- The word "theistical" is a formal, primarily academic adjective used to describe concepts, arguments, or individuals connected to theistic belief. It is less common in everyday speech than its synonym "theistic."
Examples
- Adjective:
- The philosopher presented a theistical argument for the existence of a benevolent creator.
- Her worldview is fundamentally theistical, in contrast to atheistic or agnostic perspectives.
Advanced Usage
- "theistical framework": A system of thought or philosophy based on theistic principles.
- The medieval natural sciences operated within a theistical framework.
- "theistical interpretation": An explanation of events or phenomena that invokes divine action or purpose.
- He offered a theistical interpretation of the origins of moral law.
Variants and Related Words
- Theistic (adj): The more common variant, identical in meaning to "theistical."
- Theistic religions include Christianity, Islam, and Judaism.
- Theism (n): The belief in the existence of a god or gods.
- Theism is often contrasted with deism and atheism.
- Theist (n): A person who believes in theism.
- A theist believes in a personal God.
Synonyms
- Theistic: Of or relating to theism (the direct and more frequent synonym).
- Deistic: Relating to deism, the belief in an impersonal creator who does not intervene (note: this is a related but distinct concept).
Antonyms
- Atheistic: Of or relating to atheism; the disbelief in the existence of any god or gods.
- Nontheistic: Not involving a belief in a god or gods.
Adjective
- of or relating to theism