1. plural of baalim; practices, beliefs, or worship associated with Baal, a deity in ancient Near Eastern religions, often used in religious or historical contexts to denote idolatry or false worship.
Usage: primarily historical and religious; often capitalized; found in biblical and theological literature

Examples

• The prophets condemned the baalisms practiced by the surrounding nations.
• Ancient texts describe various baalisms that competed with the worship of Yahweh.
• Scholars study baalisms to understand religious practices in the ancient Levant.
• The king's rejection of baalisms marked a turning point in the nation's religious history.