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Secularism

Verb / ˈsekjʌlɜ:ˌɪzʌm / Another word for secularism — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Secularism is the belief that religion should not play a role in government or public life.

Synonyms & similar words

atheism agnosticism worldliness humanism skepticism rationalism freethinking nonbelief irreligion unbelief materialism naturalism positivism rationality reason pragmatism scepticism secularity separationism laicism

Example sentences

  1. Secularism means that the government does not favor any religion.
  2. Some people believe in secularism because they think religion can create conflicts.
  3. In a secular society, people are free to practice their religion or not.
  4. The principle of secularism is important in many democracies.
  5. Secularism is about separating religion and government.

Quotes

  • Secularism means that we are no longer obligated to make judgments about God or the soul.
  • Secularism is not an argument against Christianity, it is one independent of it.
  • Secularism is not a principle of science; it is a principle of civic education that reflects the fact that science is a cultural activity.

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