How Do You Spell ATHEISTIC?

Pronunciation: [ˌe͡ɪθɪˈɪstɪk] (IPA)

The word "atheistic" is spelled with four syllables: [ey-thee-is-tik]. The "a" sound in the first syllable is pronounced like the "a" in "hay", while the "e" sound in the second syllable is pronounced like the "e" in "bet". The "i" sound in the third syllable is pronounced like the "i" in "ski", and the final syllable ends with the "k" sound. "Atheistic" describes the belief or practice of atheism, which is the absence or rejection of belief in the existence of gods.

ATHEISTIC Meaning and Definition

1. Atheistic is an adjective used to describe someone or something that denies or disbelieves in the existence of any deities or supreme beings. Atheism, the belief system associated with atheistic individuals, rejects the notion of a higher power, usually associated with religious or spiritual ideologies.

   Within atheistic beliefs, there is a strong absence of faith in any sort of divine authority or supernatural realm. This rejection of the existence of gods is typically grounded in logical reasoning and empirical evidence, rather than relying on religious texts or traditional teachings. Atheistic individuals may hold different perspectives on various aspects of life, ethics, and the nature of reality, but they unite in their skepticism towards the existence of a deity.

   Moreover, atheistic philosophy can be further divided into various sub-categories, such as secular humanism, freethinking, and agnosticism. Secular humanism, for instance, emphasizes the importance of human reason, ethics, and social justice, while freethinking promotes critical thinking and the abandonment of blind dogma.

   While atheistic perspectives have gained more visibility and acceptance in many societies, it remains a subject of debate and controversy, particularly in communities strongly rooted in religious beliefs. Atheistic viewpoints often prompt deep philosophical discussions regarding the nature of existence, morality, and the definition of a meaningful life.

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   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Top Common Misspellings for ATHEISTIC *

• aethestic 50%
• athelitic 50%

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Other Common Misspellings for ATHEISTIC

• athiestic
• authistic
• atheletic
• athentic
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• athestic
• athestics
• anthestic
• athetic
• thestic
• alhemistic
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• atheisticly

Etymology of ATHEISTIC

The word "atheistic" is derived from the noun "atheist" and the suffix "-ic".

The noun "atheist" comes from the French word "athée", which is derived from the Greek term "atheos" (ἄθεος), meaning "without god". The Greek term is a combination of the prefix "a-" (meaning "without" or "not") and "theos" (meaning "god").

The suffix "-ic" is a common English suffix used to form adjectives, indicating "of or pertaining to" or "having the characteristics of". Therefore, combining "atheist" with "-ic" creates the adjective "atheistic", meaning "pertaining to atheism" or "characteristic of atheism".

Similar spelling words for ATHEISTIC

• atheist,
• atactic,
• attestation,
• atheistical,
• attestant,
• attest,
• at the start.