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 of spirituality

• clergy
• church

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

Climbing out of burnout meant finding a therapist, gym, new employer, spirituality, nature and fun. —Jeannette Wade, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2025

Stirling’s relationship with faith has evolved significantly over the years, moving from her early identity as a devout Mormon to a more personal expression of her spirituality. —Avalon Hester, PEOPLE, 26 Nov. 2025

These awards will celebrate diverse portrayals of faith and spirituality. —William Earl, Variety, 25 Nov. 2025

This week also marks the end of Saturn’s retrograde in Pisces in your sector of spirituality, healing, and closure. —Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 23 Nov. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for spirituality

• bisexuality
• collegiality
• conditionality
• congeniality
• conventionality
• conviviality
• dimensionality
• directionality
• emotionality
• essentiality
• eventuality
• grammaticality