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Definition of deism

deism

/ˈdiː.ɪ.zəm/
de · ism
Adverb:deistically
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Adjective:deistic
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1

The philosophical and religious belief that a supreme being created the universe and established rational natural laws, but does not intervene in human affairs or reveal truth through supernatural scripture or miracles.

Example

"During the Enlightenment, many prominent thinkers and scientists embraced deism, viewing God as a rational architect rather than an active miracle-worker."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Unlike theism, which holds that God actively intervenes in the world and communicates through supernatural revelation, deism maintains that God created the universe and its natural laws but does not intervene in its subsequent operation.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 17th century from French déisme, derived from Latin deus ('god') combined with the suffix -isme.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Deism. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/deism
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