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

The podcast focuses on all things relationships — from her personal stories about dating, friendships and families, to interviews with experts in wellness, career, food, fitness and spirituality. —Emily Longeretta, Variety, 14 Oct. 2025

Someone like Marvin Gaye saw spirituality and sexuality in conflict, but Prince seems to see them as one thing. —Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 14 Oct. 2025

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

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