Odinism

[ oh-di-niz-uhm ]

noun

1. Scandinavian Mythology. the polytheistic religion of ancient Scandinavia, in which Odin was the chief of the gods.
2. a modern revival or reconstruction of this religion, now sometimes associated with white supremacist ideology.

Other Words From

• O·din·ist noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of Odinism¹

Odin ( def ) + -ism ( def )

Example Sentences

Mahomet believed with his whole mind; Odin with his whole mind,—he, and all true Followers of Odinism.

From Project Gutenberg

Hereupon they cut their fingers (Odinism), and with their blood write their name in his book (Revelations).

From Project Gutenberg