spirituality

noun

spir·​i·​tu·​al·​i·​ty ˌspir-i-chə-ˈwa-lə-tē How to pronounce spirituality (audio)
plural spiritualities
Synonyms of spiritualitynext
1
: something that in ecclesiastical law belongs to the church or to a cleric as such
2
: clergy
3
: sensitivity or attachment to religious values
4
: the quality or state of being spiritual

Examples of spirituality in a Sentence

We studied Eastern traditions of spirituality. the archbishop was opposed to the marriage, and the king needed the support of the spirituality if his rule was to be considered legitimate
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But not all Christian denominations fast or give something up during Lent, and the practice can have many interpretations depending on someone's spirituality, personal health and social circumstances. Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026 Her work explores the political role of intimacy and spirituality in neo-capitalism. Literary Hub, 10 Feb. 2026 The biggest shift of the week arrives on February 13th, when Saturn re-enters Aries, activating your spirituality, healing, and subconscious sector. Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 8 Feb. 2026 Much of the group’s cosmology derives from The Urantia Book, a mishmash of Christianity, metaphysics, and esoteric spirituality, that was purportedly written by celestial beings and published anonymously in 1955. Jane Borden, Rolling Stone, 5 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for spirituality

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of spirituality was in the 15th century

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“Spirituality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spirituality. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.

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