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atheism

Pronunciation: /ˈeɪθɪɪz(ə)m/
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Definition of atheism

noun

[mass noun]
  • disbelief or lack of belief in the existence of God or gods.

Origin:

late 16th century: from French athéisme, from Greek atheos, from a- 'without' + theos 'god'

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