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View synonyms for theological

theological

Sometimes the·o·log·ic

[thee-uh-loj-i-kuhl]

adjective

  1. of, relating to, or involved with theology.

    a theological student.

  2. based upon the nature and will of God as revealed to humans.



theological

/ ˌθɪəˈlɒdʒɪkəl /

adjective

  1. of, relating to, or based on theology

  2. based on God's revelation to man of his nature, his designs, and his will

  3. informal,  difficult to understand; esoteric

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Other Word Forms

  • theologically adverb
  • antitheological adjective
  • nontheologic adjective
  • nontheological adjective
  • nontheologically adverb
  • pretheological adjective
  • semitheological adjective
  • semitheologically adverb
  • untheologic adjective
  • untheological adjective
  • untheologically adverb
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Word History and Origins

Origin of theological1

First recorded in 1520–30; from Medieval Latin theologicālis, from theologic(us) (from Greek theologikós, from theolog(ía) theology + -ikos -ic ) + -ālis -al 1
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Example Sentences

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The author asserts that the Church’s teachings on immigrant dignity rest on deep biblical and theological foundations rooted in scripture and papal encyclicals, making the bishops’ position consistent with authentic Catholic doctrine.

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In truth, evangelical support for Israel is complex and nuanced, mixing humanitarian, theological and patriotic impulses.

Such theological reasoning is serious, stalwart and chilly, not unrelated to the cold logic of double predestination and the denial of free will.

With music and prayers about nature that would bridge any theological divide, the service offered the King and Queen some calm amid scrutiny over Prince Andrew during their Vatican visit.

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The segment, which is broadcast during the Today programme but overseen by the BBC's religion department, features contributors from religious and theological backgrounds delivering messages related to topical themes and events.

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