Definitions

1. noun

A belief that animals, plants, and other objects have spiritual or mystical significance, or that they possess souls or spirits.

“She was a proponent of animism, believing that every living creature had a deep connection to the natural world.”

2. noun

A philosophical or theological system that attributes consciousness or spiritual essence to non-human entities, such as animals or natural objects.

“The anthropologist studied the indigenous culture’s animism, which emphasized the spiritual connection to the land and its creatures.”

3. noun

A form of mysticism or spirituality that views the world as a complex web of interconnected, living, and sentient beings.

“The artist’s animism-inspired paintings depicted the intricate relationships between humans, animals, and the environment.”