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Definition of nonbiblical

nonbiblical

/ˌnɑːnˈbɪb.lɪ.kəl/
non · bib · li · cal
Adverb:nonbiblically
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Adjective:nonbiblical
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1

Not contained in, relating to, or derived from the Bible.

Example

"Historians often rely on nonbiblical sources, such as Roman administrative records, to verify events from antiquity."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While 'nonbiblical' neutrally refers to things simply not found in the Bible (like secular history or other texts), 'unbiblical' carries a negative theological connotation meaning actively contrary to biblical teachings.

• Rhymes for nonbiblical

• Nearby Words

nonavailable
nonbaryonic
nonbelligerence
nonbiblical
noncanonical
nonchurchgoing
noncoercively

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed by combining the prefix 'non-' (not) with 'biblical', which derives from Late Latin 'biblicus' and Greek 'biblion' (book).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nonbiblical. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nonbiblical
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