faith-based

American  

[feyth-beyst] / ˈfeɪθˌbeɪst /

adjective

1. affiliated with, supported by, or based on a religion or religious group.

   faith-based charities.

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Etymology

Origin of faith-based

First recorded in 1865–70

Example Sentences

The Amazon spokesman said the company produces hundreds of shows and films each year to serve audiences with globally diverse tastes and, like other studios, has made new investments in faith-based shows and films.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

Several decades ago, hospice was a community-based and faith-based nonprofit industry.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026

In the run-up to the hearings, the Travancore Devaswom Board, which manages Sabarimala, has urged the court to refrain from questioning faith-based practices.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

The committee also expressed alarm at Washington's decision to rescind longstanding guidelines and policies limiting immigration enforcement operations and arrests near schools, hospitals and faith-based institutions.

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

Whenever I found myself up against my mother’s faith-based obstinacy, I would try, as respectfully as possible, to counter with an opposing point of view.

From "Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood" by Trevor Noah