Pronunciation: /ˈpɑliθiɪst/
noun a person who believes in or worships multiple deities
A1 She believes in multiple gods, so she is a polytheist.
A2 The ancient Greeks were known for being polytheists.
B1 Being a polytheist means believing in the existence of multiple deities.
B2 The polytheist practices rituals to honor different gods and goddesses.
C1 The polytheist's worldview is shaped by a belief in the diversity of divine beings.
C2 Polytheists may follow a pantheon of gods and goddesses from various mythologies.
adjective relating to or characteristic of polytheism
A1 I am a polytheist because I believe in more than one god.
A2 The polytheist rituals were colorful and diverse, reflecting the many deities worshipped.
B1 The polytheist culture celebrated a wide array of gods and goddesses.
B2 The polytheist beliefs influenced every aspect of their society, from art to politics.
C1 The historian studied the complex interactions between monotheist and polytheist civilizations.
C2 The polytheist pantheon was vast and intricate, with each deity having a specific role and domain.
formal The ancient civilization was known for being polytheist, worshipping multiple gods.
informal My friend is a polytheist and celebrates various religious holidays throughout the year.
slang Some people think polytheists are just confused about which god to believe in.
figurative In the world of literature, the author created a polytheist character who struggled with conflicting beliefs.
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