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animism

nounmasculinetécnico/ɐniˈmizmu/low

a·ni·mis·mo

Definition

Belief system that attributes a soul or spiritual principle not only to humans but also to animals, plants, natural objects, and phenomena.
Animism is a fundamental characteristic of many traditional African religions.
The anthropologist studied the manifestations of animism in that tribal culture.

Etymology

Do inglês 'animism', do latim 'anima' ('alma') + sufixo '-ismo'.

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