# religiosity

/ɹɪˌɫɪdʒiˈɑsəti/ (US) · /ɹɪlˌɪdʒɪˈɒsɪti/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/religiosity
Updated: 2026-10-15

## Definition

strong belief in a religion, shown in things like prayer, worship, and daily habits. You use it to talk about how religious a person or group is.

For teachers: strong religious belief, observance, and devotion, often discussed as a degree that varies between individuals or societies.

## Examples

- Her religiosity shapes her daily routine and choices.
- The survey measures religiosity by asking how often people pray, attend services, and think about faith.
- Scholars debate whether declining church attendance signals falling religiosity or simply a shift toward private, less visible forms of belief.

## Synonyms

piety, faith, devoutness

## Antonyms

unbelief

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