Atheistic

/ˌeɪθiˈɪstɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to, characteristic of, or believing in atheism; denying or disbelieving in the existence of gods.

Etymology

From French 'athéistique' (17th century), derived from 'athéisme.' The suffix '-ic' forms adjectives from nouns, making it 'of or relating to atheism.'

Kelly Says

The term 'atheistic' became politically charged during the Cold War when Western powers labeled communist countries as atheistic—but it's actually just a neutral descriptor for belief about gods!

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