scripture

noun

scrip·​ture ˈskrip(t)-shər 

1

a(1)

Scripture : the books of the Bible

—often used in plural

(2)

often Scripture : a passage from the Bible

b

: a body of writings considered sacred or authoritative

2

: something written

… the primitive man's awe for any scripture …

—George Santayana

Synonyms of scripture

• Bible
• Book

Examples of scripture in a Sentence

someone who frequently quotes Scripture

Recent Examples on the Web

Saturday marks the raising of the Nishan Sahib, known as the Sikh flag, followed by scripture readings that continue throughout the weekend, including the parade Sunday. —Jake Goodrick, Sacbee.com, 27 Oct. 2025

However, based on scripture, that day is not something that one person will know. —Jordan Green, Nashville Tennessean, 23 Sep. 2025

One of the group’s long-standing traditions is to hold its own religious service while camping, complete with scripture reading and singing. —Tom Cherveny, Twin Cities, 20 Sep. 2025

Based in New York, Proclaim365 sold baby blankets, T-shirts, bags and household items with the company’s branding and scripture verses. —Shawn Raymundo, AZCentral.com, 19 Sep. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Late Latin scriptura, from Latin, act or product of writing, from scriptus

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a(1)

Kids Definition

scripture

noun

scrip·​ture ˈskrip-chər 

1

a

capitalized : the books of the Old and New Testaments or of either of them : bible

—often used in plural

b

often capitalized : a portion of writing from the Bible

2

: the sacred writings of a religion

Etymology

Middle English scripture, Scripture "the books of the Bible," from Latin scriptura (same meaning), from earlier scriptura "the act or product of writing," from scriptus, past participle of scribere "to write" — related to scribe