spiritualism
/ˈspɪrɪtʃuəˌlɪzəm/
noun
- A belief or religious movement that holds that the spirits of the dead can communicate with the living, often through a medium.
- The book traces the history of spiritualism from its origins to modern times.
- She studied spiritualism to try to contact her deceased grandmother.
- Spiritualism became popular in the 19th century with seances and mediums.
- A philosophical or religious focus on spiritual matters rather than material ones.
- His spiritualism led him to give up his possessions and live simply.
- The artist's work reflects a deep spiritualism and connection to nature.
- Some critics argue that modern spiritualism ignores real-world problems.