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Religious: Meaning, Examples, and Usage Guide (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：faith-based (religious)
religious
/rɪˈlɪdʒəs/
adj.
related to or involving religion, like practices or beliefs.
faith-based
➕
/ˈfeɪθ beɪst/
adj.
Relating to or involving religion, religious beliefs, practices, or institutions.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From Latin 'religiosus', from 're-' (back) + 'ligare' (to bind) + '-ous'.
💡 Mnemonic
Re + lig = bind back; religious people bind themselves back to their faith or routine.
📖 Example
During the festival, the entire city is filled with religious music and ceremonies.
During the festival, the entire city is filled with religious music and ceremonies.
🔗 Collocations
religious belief – a set of beliefs about a deity or spiritual matters
religious ceremony – a formal event conducted according to religious traditions
religious text – sacred writings such as the Bible or Quran
🔄 Synonyms
spiritual (adj.) – relating to the spirit or soul, rather than material things
sacred (adj.) – regarded as holy and worthy of veneration
ecclesiastical (adj.) – relating to the Christian Church or clergy
🚫 Antonyms
secular (adj.) – not connected with religious or spiritual matters
irreligious (adj.) – showing no interest in religion
profane (adj.) – not sacred; showing disrespect to religious things
🌱 Derivatives
religiously (adv.) – in a manner relating to religion or with strict devotion
religiosity (n.) – the quality of being religious or pious
religiousness (n.) – the state of being religious
📖 Cultural Story
From Latin 'religiosus' (pious), from 'religio' (obligation). Originally about ritual devotion; now also used for extreme dedication to any practice.
Meaning 2：strictly observant (religious)
religious
/rɪˈlɪdʒəs/
adj.
describing a person who follows their religion, rules, or routines with great care and devotion.
strictly observant
➕
/ˈstrɪktli əbˈzɜːrvənt/
adj.
Describing someone who adheres to rules, routines, or principles with extreme care, devotion, and consistency, often in a way similar to religious dedication.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
My friend is religious about going to the library every morning to study; she never misses a day.
My friend is religious about going to the library every morning to study; she never misses a day.
🔗 Collocations
religious about punctuality – extremely careful to be on time
religious in following rules – strictly adhering to regulations
religious devotion to work – very dedicated and meticulous about work
🔄 Synonyms
devout (adj.) – having or showing deep religious feeling; also used figuratively for commitment
scrupulous (adj.) – diligent, thorough, and extremely careful about details
ardent (adj.) – very enthusiastic or passionate about something
🚫 Antonyms
lax (adj.) – not strict or careful; careless
indifferent (adj.) – having no particular interest or concern
negligent (adj.) – failing to take proper care or attention
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