metempsychosis

noun
UK: /ˌmɛtəm(p)saɪˈkəʊsɪs/
US: /ˌmɛtəm(p)saɪˈkoʊsɪs/

  1. The idea that after death, a person’s soul is reborn in a new body or form.

    1. Some religions include metempsychosis in their core beliefs.
    2. The ancient philosopher believed in metempsychosis, suggesting souls find new forms.

  2. The supposed rebirth of a soul after death into a new body or form of life, also known as reincarnation or transmigration.

    1. Belief in metempsychosis is common in several Eastern religions.
    2. The novel explores themes of identity through the lens of metempsychosis and rebirth.

Synonyms

reincarnation rebirth

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "metempsychosis" in English means: The idea that after death, a person’s soul is reborn in a new body or form., The supposed rebirth of a soul after death into a new body or form of life, also known as reincarnation or transmigration..

The phonetic transcription of "metempsychosis" is /ˌmɛtəm(p)saɪˈkəʊsɪs/ in British English and /ˌmɛtəm(p)saɪˈkoʊsɪs/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "metempsychosis": reincarnation, rebirth.

Example usage of "metempsychosis": "Some religions include metempsychosis in their core beliefs.". More examples on the page.