Definition

The belief that the universe and all living things were created by God, as described in religious texts, particularly the Bible.

Example

Many people hold creationism as a fundamental belief about the origins of life.

Conversation

Have you ever heard about creationism?

Yeah, I read a bit about it in school.

It’s interesting how some people really believe in that idea.

Definitely! It sparks a lot of debates about science and religion.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Creationism is formed from "creation" (from Latin "creatio", meaning the act of making or bringing into existence) and "-ism" (a suffix used to denote a doctrine or belief). The term refers to the belief that the universe and life originated from specific acts of divine creation.

Memory Tip

Think of 'creation' as the act of bringing something into existence, and '-ism' as a belief system. This helps you remember that creationism is the belief in the divine act of creating the universe.

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