spirituality

noun

spir·​i·​tu·​al·​i·​ty ˌspir-i-chə-ˈwa-lə-tē How to pronounce spirituality (audio)
plural spiritualities
1
: something that in ecclesiastical law belongs to the church or to a cleric as such
2
: clergy
3
: sensitivity or attachment to religious values
4
: the quality or state of being spiritual

Examples of spirituality in a Sentence

We studied Eastern traditions of spirituality. the archbishop was opposed to the marriage, and the king needed the support of the spirituality if his rule was to be considered legitimate
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Their top focuses included wellness, productivity and spirituality. Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025 Though his characters tend to sidestep spirituality, Wilson doesn't and is often ruminating on life, death and whatever follows. Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Sep. 2025 While this spirituality is inherent within the culture presented onscreen, seen through rituals and ceremonies, Hamlet is also faced with symbols of Hindu deities, one in a particularly pivotal moment, causing internal reflection. Katherine Singh, Refinery29, 11 Sep. 2025 Behind much of Pärt’s popularity – and his listeners’ devotion – is his engagement with sacred Christian texts and Orthodox Christian spirituality. Jeffers Engelhardt, The Conversation, 10 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for spirituality

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of spirituality was in the 15th century

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“Spirituality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spirituality. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.

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