religious
/rɪˈlɪdʒəs/religious
ADJECTIVEDefinition of religious
If something is religious, it is related to or about religion.
Example: Religious beliefs can be very important in choosing a marriage partner.
If someone is religious, they believe in a religion and follow its rules.
Example: Because Buddhism forbids the wearing of shoes on pagoda grounds, the deeply religious Mon troops remain barefoot while climbing a rocky cliff there.
If someone is religious about doing something, they do it on a regular schedule or every chance that they get.
Example: We have been less than religious about our daily exercise.
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EXAMPLESExamples of religious
Religious beliefs can be very important in choosing a marriage partner.
Example sentenceAll of the major religious traditions regard theft and murder as evil.
Example sentenceBecause Buddhism forbids the wearing of shoes on pagoda grounds, the deeply religious Mon troops remain barefoot while climbing a rocky cliff there.
Example sentenceWe have been less than religious about our daily exercise.
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