New Thought

American  

noun

1. a system of doctrine and practice originating in the 19th century and stressing the power of thought to control physical and mental events.

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New Thought British  

noun

1. a movement interested in spiritual healing and the power of constructive thinking

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Other Word Forms

• New Thoughter noun
• New Thoughtist noun

Etymology

Origin of New Thought

First recorded in 1885–90

Example Sentences

By the early twentieth century, New Thought had shifted its focus from health and social betterment to the attainment of wealth.

From The New Yorker • Oct. 28, 2019

In the midst of a deadly epidemic with no known treatment or cure, these people recall, Williamson offered metaphysical teachings, in the tradition known as New Thought, about the spiritual roots of disease.

From Slate • Aug. 7, 2019

The central idea of New Thought spirituality is that all humans possess a divine essence.

From New York Times • Apr. 26, 2019

She was often referred to as the "first lady of the New Thought Christian community."

From Chicago Tribune • Dec. 24, 2014

Now he will be a captain of New Thought, King of the Flub Dubs, advertising manager of the Psychological Hair Factory, and inspector of pimples.’

From 'Charge It' Keeping Up With Harry by Bacheller, Irving