Agnosticism

Pronunciation: /æɡˈnɑstəˌsɪzəm/

Definitions of agnosticism

noun a doctrine that the existence of a god or gods is unknown and probably unknowable

Example Sentences

A1 I don't know if I believe in any religion, I have agnosticism.

A2 Agnosticism is the belief that the existence of a higher power is unknown or unknowable.

B1 Many people find comfort in agnosticism as it allows them to question and explore their beliefs.

B2 Agnosticism is often seen as a middle ground between atheism and theism.

C1 His agnosticism led him to constantly seek answers and question the nature of existence.

C2 The philosopher's deep agnosticism influenced his approach to ethics and morality.

Examples of agnosticism in a Sentence

formal The philosopher's agnosticism led him to question the existence of a higher power.

informal I respect your agnosticism, but I personally believe in a higher power.

slang Some people think agnosticism is just sitting on the fence about religion.

figurative Her agnosticism towards the new restaurant was evident in her reluctance to try it.

Grammatical Forms of agnosticism

• plural: agnosticisms
• comparative: more agnostic
• superlative: most agnostic
• present tense: agnosticism
• future tense: will agnosticism
• perfect tense: has agnosticism
• continuous tense: is agnosticism
• singular: agnosticism
• positive degree: agnosticism
• infinitive: to agnosticism
• gerund: agnosticism
• participle: agnosticism

Origin and Evolution of agnosticism

First Known Use: 1869 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'agnosticism' was coined by Thomas Henry Huxley in 1869 during a meeting of the Metaphysical Society in London.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a philosophical position of uncertainty or skepticism regarding the existence of God, agnosticism has evolved to encompass a broader range of beliefs about the knowability of ultimate truths.