pneumatism

noun

pneu·​ma·​tism

ˈn(y)üməˌtizəm

plural -s

: the manifestation of spiritual gifts

specifically : observable phenomena and exterior signs frequently interpreted as indicating that one is possessed by the Holy Spirit

Word History

Etymology

pneumat- + -ism

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