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

• 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

Forest guides tend to originate from two backgrounds—either mental health or spirituality. —Blair Braverman, Outside, 6 Oct. 2025

Over the years, Kahn has seen her friend’s spirituality and connection to others deepen. —Romina Ruiz-Goiriena, USA Today, 4 Oct. 2025

The showcase focuses on Fletcher’s sculptural pieces—made with materials like brass, gold, shells, and semi-precious stones—which explore themes of Black identity and spirituality, as well as concepts of Afrofuturism. —Christian Allaire, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2025

Jews are immersed in the spirituality of the holiday and proclaim their faith in God to accept their repentance, forgive their sins and seal their fate for a year of life, health and happiness. —Krys'tal Griffin, Freep.com, 2 Oct. 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