Nonreligious

B2 8+

Pronunciation: /nɑnrɪˈlɪdʒəs/

Definitions of nonreligious

adjective describing someone or something that does not adhere to a particular religion or belief system

Example Sentences

A1 I have a nonreligious friend who doesn't celebrate any holidays.

A2 She grew up in a nonreligious household, so she is not familiar with any religious customs.

B1 Many people in the country identify as nonreligious and prefer not to discuss their beliefs.

B2 The nonreligious community is growing as more people choose to live without religious affiliations.

C1 His nonreligious beliefs are deeply rooted in science and rationality.

C2 The author's nonreligious perspective on spirituality challenges traditional views on religion.

Examples of nonreligious in a Sentence

formal Many people in modern society identify as nonreligious, choosing not to adhere to any specific faith.

informal My friend considers herself nonreligious, but she still enjoys celebrating Christmas for the traditions.

slang I'm not really into all that religious stuff, I'm more of a nonreligious kind of person.

figurative In a world filled with conflicting beliefs, being nonreligious can sometimes feel like standing in the eye of a storm.

Grammatical Forms of nonreligious

past tense

nonreligioused

plural

nonreligiouses

comparative

more nonreligious

superlative

most nonreligious

present tense

nonreligious

future tense

will be nonreligious

perfect tense

have been nonreligious

continuous tense

is being nonreligious

singular

nonreligious

positive degree

nonreligious

infinitive

to be nonreligious

gerund

being nonreligious

participle

nonreligiousing

Origin and Evolution of nonreligious

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The word 'nonreligious' originated from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' or 'without' and the word 'religious' meaning 'related to or believing in a religion.'
Evolution of the word: The term 'nonreligious' has evolved to encompass a broader range of beliefs and attitudes, including atheism, agnosticism, secularism, and other forms of non-religiosity. It is often used to describe individuals who do not adhere to any organized religion or belief system.