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Definition of polytheism

polytheism

/ˈpɑːliθiːɪzəm/
pol · y · the · ism
Adverb:polytheistically
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Plural:polytheisms
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Adjective:polytheistic
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polytheism Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The belief in or worship of more than one god.

Example

"Ancient Greek and Roman religions were classic examples of polytheism, featuring a vast pantheon of deities."

Antonyms
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• Nearby Words

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polytechnic
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polythene

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the early 17th century from French polythéisme, which was coined from Ancient Greek polytheos ('of many gods'), combining polys ('many') and theos ('god').

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