spirituality

noun

spir·​i·​tu·​al·​i·​ty ˌspir-i-chə-ˈwa-lə-tē 

plural spiritualities

1

: something that in ecclesiastical law belongs to the church or to a cleric as such

2

: clergy

3

: sensitivity or attachment to religious values

4

: the quality or state of being spiritual

Synonyms

• church
• clergy
• cloth
• first estate
• ministry
• spiritualty

Examples of spirituality in a Sentence

We studied Eastern traditions of spirituality.

the archbishop was opposed to the marriage, and the king needed the support of the spirituality if his rule was to be considered legitimate

Recent Examples on the Web

Those who embrace the movement spend more time in a single country or region, seek out a wider range of cultural and ecological experiences unique to that place, and integrate wellness activities, like movement, mindfulness and spirituality, according to Moses. —Shoshi Parks, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 Oct. 2024

There’s a beauty, a vulnerability and spirituality in those voices. —Steve Baltin, Forbes, 26 Sep. 2024

The couple will be discussing everything from relationships, parenting and spirituality to ayahuasca, therapy, race, health, and navigating fame. —Joelle Goldstein, Peoplemag, 25 Sep. 2024

Despite discussing faith and spirituality, Soni said God is rarely mentioned in his conversations with students. —Lisa Ling, CBS News, 12 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1