noun
- belief in the existence of a god or gods, especially belief in one god as the creator and ruler of the universe
Usage: philosophy; theology
Examples
- His philosophy class explored the differences between theism and atheism.
- Many world religions are based on theism.
- The debate centered on theism versus scientific materialism.
- Classical theism holds that God is both transcendent and immanent.
- She moved from agnosticism to theism after years of study.
- The philosopher defended theism against various objections.