polytheism

noun
UK: /ˌpɒl.iˈθiː.ɪ.zəm/
US: /ˌpɑː.liˈθiː.ɪ.zəm/

  1. The belief in more than one god.

    1. Ancient Greece practiced polytheism for many centuries.
    2. Scholars often contrast monotheism with polytheism when studying ancient religions.

  2. The worship of or belief in multiple deities, often with a pantheon of gods and goddesses.

    1. Many ancient civilizations held strong beliefs in polytheism.
    2. The decline of polytheism coincided with the rise of monotheistic religions throughout the world.

Synonyms

paganism

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "polytheism" in English means: The belief in more than one god., The worship of or belief in multiple deities, often with a pantheon of gods and goddesses..

The phonetic transcription of "polytheism" is /ˌpɒl.iˈθiː.ɪ.zəm/ in British English and /ˌpɑː.liˈθiː.ɪ.zəm/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "polytheism": paganism.

Example usage of "polytheism": "Ancient Greece practiced polytheism for many centuries.". More examples on the page.