Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
agnosticism
Noun
/æɡˈnɒstɪsɪzm/
Definition
Agnosticism is the belief that the existence of God, or the divine, is unknown or unknowable.
Examples
- Many people turn to agnosticism when they find traditional religious explanations unsatisfactory.
- His agnosticism allowed him to explore different religious ideas without commitment.
- She identified as an agnostic, believing that the truth about God is ultimately beyond human understanding.
Meaning
It refers to a philosophical position regarding knowledge, particularly in relation to religious beliefs.
Synonyms
- Open-mindedness
- Incredulity
- Uncertainty
