adverb
- in a manner relating to or characteristic of theism; with belief in the existence of a god or gods
Usage: philosophical; religious
Examples
- The philosopher argued theistically for the existence of a divine creator.
- She approached the question of origins theistically rather than materialistically.
- The debate was framed theistically, assuming God’s involvement in natural processes.
- He interpreted the evidence theistically, seeing divine purpose in natural order.
- The text was written theistically, reflecting the author’s religious worldview.