spirituality

noun

spir·​i·​tu·​al·​i·​ty ˌspir-i-chə-ˈwa-lə-tē How to pronounce spirituality (audio)
plural spiritualities
1
: something that in ecclesiastical law belongs to the church or to a cleric as such
2
: clergy
3
: sensitivity or attachment to religious values
4
: the quality or state of being spiritual

Examples of spirituality in a Sentence

We studied Eastern traditions of spirituality. the archbishop was opposed to the marriage, and the king needed the support of the spirituality if his rule was to be considered legitimate
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Others may decide to get involved in spirituality or religion. Skyler Caruso, People.com, 8 Mar. 2025 From Senegal to Angola, Africans were using the surf, the ocean, and rivers as a means of recreation, spirituality, community building, and commerce. Outside Online, 5 Mar. 2025 Related Stories During a dinner scene at the hotel, the three women discuss their thoughts on the wellness resort, and talk soon turns to spirituality and religion. Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Mar. 2025 White Lotus creator Mike White often talks about the influence Eastern spirituality—and particularly Thailand’s predominant religion, Buddhism—had on this season. Judy Berman, TIME, 3 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for spirituality

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of spirituality was in the 15th century

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“Spirituality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spirituality. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.

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