atheistic
What does "atheistic" mean?
Atheistic describes a worldview or a person that lacks belief in the existence of any gods or deities. The mental image is one of a universe explained entirely through natural, physical laws rather than supernatural intervention or divine creation. The term is often used in formal or philosophical discussions. While "atheist" functions as a noun to describe a person, "atheistic" serves as an adjective to describe beliefs, arguments, or perspectives that align with this lack of religious conviction. It is generally neutral in academic settings but can sometimes be perceived as provocative in highly religious social contexts.
"atheistic" in conversation
Discussing philosophy
Do you find his arguments to be inherently atheistic?
Do you find his arguments to be inherently atheistic?
Not necessarily, he's just focusing on empirical evidence.
Not necessarily, he's just focusing on empirical evidence.
Used to describe the nature of an argument or perspective.
Personal belief
I wouldn't call myself religious, but I'm not strictly atheistic either.
I wouldn't call myself religious, but I'm not strictly atheistic either.
That's fair, agnosticism is a common middle ground.
That's fair, agnosticism is a common middle ground.
Used to qualify one's personal stance on belief.
"atheistic" in a sentence
He maintains an atheistic worldview.
He maintains an atheistic worldview.
The professor presented several atheistic arguments against the classical design theory.
The professor presented several atheistic arguments against the classical design theory.
Despite the atheistic nature of his research, he remains deeply respectful of cultural religious traditions.
Despite the atheistic nature of his research, he remains deeply respectful of cultural religious traditions.
