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pagan

Pronunciation: [ˈpeɪɡən]

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Learn how to use pagan in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “religion”

(noun) a person who believes in many gods or follows a religion that is not one of the major world religions, like Christianity, Judaism, or Islam. This could be someone who practices old traditions connected to nature or earth.

Example

She identifies as a pagan and celebrates ancient seasonal festivals.

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He does not follow pagan beliefs; instead, he practices a major world religion.

Example

What do you think a pagan might believe in?

Context: “religion”

(adjective) related to beliefs or practices that involve multiple gods or do not follow the major world religions. Something that is described as pagan might relate to rituals or traditions that are more nature-based or not mainstream.

Example

The festival had a pagan theme, celebrating nature and the changing seasons.

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The rituals at the event were not pagan; they were based on a different religious tradition.

Example

What is the difference between pagan and other religious celebrations?

Context: “cultural”

(noun) someone who lives outside the established societal norms or customs, often seen as unusual or different in their values or behaviors. This can also refer to persons who do not believe in any organized religion.

Example

In the story, the main character was a pagan who embraced his unique lifestyle.

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She feels she is not a pagan; she conforms to traditional community values.

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Can someone be a pagan while still following some social norms?

How to pronounce pagan

Pronunciation: [ˈpeɪɡən]

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