predestination (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌpriːdɛstɪˈneɪʃən/
Definition
The belief that all events, especially those of eternal salvation, have been willed by God.
Examples
The theological concept of predestination has been a subject of intense debate among religious scholars for centuries.
Followers of certain denominations embrace predestination as a core tenet of their faith.
He struggled with the idea of predestination, wondering if his choices truly mattered.
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