secularism

Definitions

The principle of separation of the state from religious institutions.

The belief that religion should not influence or be involved in the organization of society, education, or government.

Examples

The constitution of the country is founded on the principles of secularism and equality.

Many modern democracies advocate for secularism to ensure the separation of religious institutions from the state.

The debate over secularism often centers on how much influence religious values should have in public policy.

Synonyms

laicism nonsectarianism worldliness temporalism irreligion profanity humanism

Antonyms

theocracy clericalism religiosity piety devotion spirituality ecclesiasticism