antiritualism
/ˌæntiˈrɪtʃuəˌlɪzəm/
noun
- Opposition to or rejection of formal rituals, ceremonies, or prescribed religious practices.
- Some members of the community viewed his antiritualism as a refreshing change, while others felt it was disrespectful.
- The new pastor's antiritualism led the church to replace traditional liturgies with informal gatherings.
- Antiritualism often arises in movements that emphasize personal spiritual experience over organized worship.
- A philosophical or social stance that criticizes or avoids habitual, repetitive actions in daily life.
- The book explores antiritualism as a way to break free from mindless routines and live more authentically.
- In his antiritualism, he refused to celebrate birthdays or anniversaries, preferring spontaneous moments instead.
- Her antiritualism made her dislike the yearly office holiday party, which she saw as an empty tradition.
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