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- [ag-nos-tuh-siz-uh m]
- /ægˈnɒs təˌsɪz əm/
- /æɡˈnɒs.tɪk/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [ag-nos-tuh-siz-uh m]
- /ægˈnɒs təˌsɪz əm/
Definitions of agnosticism word
- uncountable noun agnosticism Agnosticism is the belief that it is not possible to say definitely whether or not there is a God. Compare atheism. 3
- noun agnosticism the doctrine of agnostics 3
- noun agnosticism the doctrine or belief of an agnostic. 1
- noun agnosticism an intellectual doctrine or attitude affirming the uncertainty of all claims to ultimate knowledge. 1
- noun agnosticism The view that absolute truth or ultimate certainty is unattainable, especially regarding knowledge not based on experience or perceivable phenomena. 1
- noun agnosticism religious skepticism 1
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Origin of agnosticism
First appearance:
before 1870 One of the 26% newest English words
First recorded in 1870-75; agnostic + -ism
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Parts of speech for Agnosticism
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agnosticism popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 71% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for agnosticism
noun agnosticism
- hesitation — the act of hesitating; a delay due to uncertainty of mind or fear: His hesitation cost him the championship.
- disbelief — the inability or refusal to believe or to accept something as true.
- apprehension — Apprehension is a feeling of fear that something bad may happen.
- confusion — If there is confusion about something, it is not clear what the true situation is, especially because people believe different things.
- uncertainty — the state of being uncertain; doubt; hesitancy: His uncertainty gave impetus to his inquiry.
Antonyms for agnosticism
noun agnosticism
- calmness — without rough motion; still or nearly still: a calm sea.
- clarity — The clarity of something such as a book or argument is its quality of being well explained and easy to understand.
- calm — A calm person does not show or feel any worry, anger, or excitement.
- knowledge — acquaintance with facts, truths, or principles, as from study or investigation; general erudition: knowledge of many things.
- dependence — Your dependence on something or someone is your need for them in order to succeed or be able to survive.
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