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predestination

noun

Meaning

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.

Synonyms: fate, destiny, foreordination, preordainment

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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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