theist

Definition

One who believes in the existence of a god or gods.

Etymology

From Ancient Greek θεός (theós, “god”) + -ist.

Example Sentences

• "The term stands in contradistinction to theism which, in its widest sense, means belief in a personal god, goddess, gods and /or goddesses."
• "The theist is a man firmly persuaded of the existence of a Supreme Being as good as He is powerful, who has formed all beings with extension, vegetating, sentient and reflecting; who perpetuates their species, who punishes crimes without cruelty, and rewards virtuous actions with kindness."
• "[…] and I call him a theist who believes in any God."

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