Psychological Factors

noun a noun referring to the belief or doctrine that there is no God or gods

• Atheism is the belief that there is no deity or higher power.
• Some people follow atheism and do not believe in any gods.
• I heard she's into atheism, doesn't believe in anything supernatural.
• In a world full of uncertainties, atheism can provide a sense of clarity for some individuals.

verb present participle of the verb 'extenuate'

adjective serving to make a fault, offense, etc., appear less serious

• The judge took into consideration the extenuating circumstances before delivering the verdict.
• I know you were late because of extenuating circumstances, so don't worry about it.
• I had some extenuating stuff going on, so I couldn't make it to the party.
• Her smile was like an extenuating light in the darkness of his day.

noun a circumstance, fact, or influence that contributes to a result or outcome

verb to include or consider as a contributing element

• One significant factor to consider in the decision-making process is the financial aspect.
• A major factor in choosing a college is how close it is to home.
• The main factor for me when picking a restaurant is if they have good fries.
• Trust is a key factor in maintaining a strong relationship with others.

noun a group of people or resources organized for a particular purpose

verb to compel or drive (someone) to do something

• The military forces were deployed to the border to maintain peace.
• The police forces are cracking down on illegal activities in the neighborhood.
• The gang forces are causing trouble in the area.
• The forces of nature can be unpredictable and powerful.

noun the quality of being devoutly religious or pious

• The preacher emphasized the importance of godliness in leading a virtuous life.
• She always admired her grandmother's godliness and strong faith.
• Yo, that dude's godliness is off the charts!
• In her presence, he felt a sense of godliness that he couldn't quite explain.

noun a system of supports beneath a structure; a foundation or basis

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• The theoretical framework is the underpinning of this research study.
• The strong foundation underpins the success of the project.
• The support system is what's holding everything together.
• Trust is the underpinning of any healthy relationship.