/rɪˈlɪdʒəs/
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Meaning
Connected with religion, or believing strongly in a god.
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Word origin
From Latin religiosus, from religio, deep respect for the gods.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- religio
- English cognates
- religion
Examples
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A "religious" person believes in a god and follows a religion.
Christmas .
Here "religious" means connected with religion.
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"Religious differences" are disagreements between religions.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 26, lesson 12: religious, generous, jungle and 5 more words.