Animist

usgb/ˈænɪmɪst/
noun

A person who believes that all objects, places, and creatures have distinct spiritual qualities.

The tribe remained animist, attributing souls to plants, animals, and other elements of nature.
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Often appears as...

  • animist beliefs
  • animist religion
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Cultural Context

Understanding 'animist' requires knowledge of various cultures, especially indigenous and tribal ones.

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In the museum, the guide explained the animist origins of the artifacts.
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Spiritual Belief

'Animist' involves a deep sense of spirituality that guides how people interact with their world.

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As an animist, she held a ceremony to thank the river for its generosity.
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Not Just Religion

Animism isn't just about worship but a way of understanding life and existence in everything.

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He described his animist viewpoint, seeing life in even the smallest stone.
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