religiosity
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Origin of religiosity
1350–1400; Middle English religiosite < Latin religiōsitās, equivalent to religiōs ( us ) religious + -itās -ity
Example Sentences
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Dutch colonial records refer to Anthony as a Turk or “Mauhammetan,” despite the absence of any Muslim religiosity on his part.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
Miller also noted that, despite the theory that Talarico may be able to appeal to religious independents and some Republicans, there is some evidence that his religiosity isn’t what’s powering his campaign.
From Salon • Mar. 3, 2026
A related shift in religiosity is also underway, with millennials being the least religious generation in American history, and members of Gen Z similarly moving away from organized faith traditions.
From Slate • Oct. 11, 2024
I initially winced at the religiosity of it.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 26, 2024
I thought it necessary to update some of the words so that the religiosity and naivety of the time, which were genuine, would not seem too quaint to the modem ear.
From "The Killer Angels: The Classic Novel of the Civil War" by Michael Shaara
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