eschatological

American  

[es-kuh-tl-oj-i-kuhl, e-skat-l-] / ˌɛs kə tlˈɒdʒ ɪ kəl, ɛˌskæt l- /

adjective

1. Theology. having to do with eschatology, a system of doctrines concerning final matters, such as death, the Judgment, the afterlife, etc..

   This scenario stems from a perception of the world as morally imperfect, and a desire for its eschatological redemption.

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Other Word Forms

• eschatologically
  adverb

Etymology

Origin of eschatological

eschatolog(y) + -ical ( def. )

Explanation

Prophets, philosophers and theologians are all deeply concerned with eschatological issues, that is to say issues that are to do with divine judgement, the ultimate fate of mankind and the destiny of the soul. Eschatological content is heavy stuff, and fortunately not the sort of word that comes up often in casual conversation. Don't confuse eschatological with scatological, which sounds very similar but has a totally different meaning. To be scatological means to be unhealthily obsessed with excrement, or at the very least overly fond of bathroom humor. Keep your death jokes and poop jokes separate, please.

Example Sentences

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eschatological

Mr. Putin and his immediate circle began to express, Ms. de Graaf says, “a more eschatological, a more apocalyptic and violent vision.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 5, 2026

Another reason is eschatological, meaning the study of “last things” or the “end of the world.”

From Salon ● Oct. 8, 2023

Whorisky and her designers have played up these eschatological hints with bold surrealistic touches.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 23, 2022

There are variations to eschatological beliefs, depending on sect and individual belief.

From Slate ● Oct. 6, 2022

The great cosmogonic and eschatological myths are conceived in grandiose style.

From Introduction to the History of Religions Handbooks on the History of Religions, Volume IV by Morris Jastrow