spiritualty

noun

ˈspir-i-chə-wəl-tē How to pronounce spiritualty (audio)
Definition of spiritualtynext
as in clergy
the group ordained to perform clerical functions in the Christian church a long history of conflict between that nation's spiritualty and its temporal leaders

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Recent Examples of spiritualty This effort has allowed the company to approach the people living around Tsodilo Hills authentically as collaborators, not as outsiders looking to exploit their spiritualty. — Chadd Scott, Forbes, 1 June 2022
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  1. clergy
  2. church
  3. spirituality
Noun
  • The blowers want to get the sounds, which are called out by a clergy member in front of the congregation in a specific order, just right.
    — Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 27 Aug. 2026
  • After his victory, Daley appointed Bowen as an executive assistant tasked with liaising between the mayor’s office and Chicago’s Black clergy.
    — Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of clergy
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  • Investigators later determined the shooter fired more than 100 rounds from a rifle into the church.
    — Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026
  • And in 1911 a disgruntled ex-Mormon hid a camera under his coat and snapped surreptitious photos of the temple’s interior in an unsuccessful attempt to blackmail the church.
    — Brandon Griggs, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of church
Noun
  • Among the artistic practices highlighted will be those that center physical science, astronomy, geology, spirituality, mythology, and abstraction.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Researchers said participants wanted content creators, influencers and television and film producers to offer more nuanced and authentic portrayals of religion and spirituality.
    — City News Service, Daily News, 18 Aug. 2026
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“Spiritualty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spiritualty. Accessed 3 Sep. 2026.

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