Religous vs. Religious: What's the Difference?
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Published on November 10, 2023
The incorrect spelling is "Religous," while the correct spelling is "Religious." Religious pertains to matters of faith, spirituality, or religion.
Which is correct: Religous or Religious
How to spell Religious?
Religous is Incorrect
Religious is Correct
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Key Differences
Note that "Religious" has two 'i's—think of them as two steeples in a church.
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Nov 10, 2023
"Religious" sounds like "Re-lidge-ious," making it easier to remember that an 'i' follows the 'g.'
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Remember that "Religious" contains the word "lie," as in "re-LIE-gious."
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Use the phrase "Religious Individuals Seek" to recall that it has the letters R, I, S in sequence.
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Link the word "Religious" with "ous" at the end to differentiate from the incorrect "Religous."
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Religous and Religious Definitions
Religious
Religious describes an object or text associated with religion.
The Bible is a religious text.
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Sep 16, 2023
Religious
Religious implies being committed or devoted to religious beliefs.
She made a religious commitment to serve others.
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Religious
Religious refers to matters concerning faith or worship.
He is very religious and goes to church every Sunday.
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Religious
Religious can denote something that is carried out in accordance with religious customs.
They had a religious ceremony.
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Sep 16, 2023
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Religious
Religious signifies having a strong belief in a divine power.
His religious convictions are very strong.
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Religious
Concerning religion.
It is the job of this court to rule on legal matters. We do not consider religious issues.
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Religious
Committed to the practice or adherence of religion.
I was much more religious as a teenager than I am now.
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Religious
Highly dedicated, as one would be to a religion.
I'm a religious fan of college basketball.
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Religious
Of or pertaining to religion; concerned with religion; teaching, or setting forth, religion; set apart to religion; as, a religious society; a religious sect; a religious place; religious subjects, books, teachers, houses, wars.
Our law forbids at their religious ritesMy presence.
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Religious
Possessing, or conforming to, religion; pious; godly; as, a religious man, life, behavior, etc.
Men whose livesReligious titled them the sons of God.
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Religious
Scrupulously faithful or exact; strict.
Thus, Indianlike,Religious in my error, I adoreThe sun, that looks upon his worshiper.
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Religious
Belonging to a religious order; bound by vows.
One of them is religious.
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Religious
A person bound by monastic vows, or sequestered from secular concern, and devoted to a life of piety and religion; a monk or friar; a nun.
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Religious
A member of a religious order who is bound by vows of poverty and chastity and obedience
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Religious
Concerned with sacred matters or religion or the church;
Religious texts
A nenber if a religious order
Lords temporal and spiritual
Spiritual leaders
Spiritual songs
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Religious
Having or showing belief in and reverence for a deity;
A religious man
Religious attitude
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Religious
Extremely scrupulous and conscientious;
Religious in observing the rules of health
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FAQs
Which vowel is used before Religious?
Typically, no specific vowel is used before "Religious."
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Why is it called Religious?
The term derives from the Latin word "religiosus," meaning "full of awe or reverence."
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What is the verb form of Religious?
There is no verb form of "Religious," but related verbs could include "worship" or "believe."
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Which article is used with Religious?
"The" or "a" can be used depending on context, as in "the religious person" or "a religious experience."
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Nov 10, 2023
Which preposition is used with Religious?
"About" or "of" can be used, as in "religious about" or "religious of."
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Nov 10, 2023
What is the plural form of Religious?
Religious is an adjective; it doesn't have a plural form.
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What is a stressed syllable in Religious?
The second syllable, "lig," is stressed.
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Nov 10, 2023
What is the singular form of Religious?
Religious is an adjective and doesn't have a singular or plural form.
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Which conjunction is used with Religious?
"And" is commonly used, as in "religious and spiritual."
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Nov 10, 2023
Is Religious a negative or positive word?
It is neutral; its connotation depends on the context.
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Nov 10, 2023
Which determiner is used with Religious?
Determiners like "the," "this," "that," can be used, depending on context.
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Nov 10, 2023
What is the third form of Religious?
Again, Religious is an adjective and doesn't have different forms.
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How is Religious used in a sentence?
Example: She is a religious person who regularly reads scriptures.
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What is the opposite of Religious?
The opposite could be "secular" or "non-religious."
Harlon Moss
Nov 10, 2023
Is the Religious term a metaphor?
No, unless used symbolically or metaphorically in literature.
Sara Rehman
Nov 10, 2023
What is the first form of Religious?
Religious is an adjective; it doesn't have forms like a verb does.
Janet White
Nov 10, 2023
What is the second form of Religious?
Religious doesn't have different forms as it's an adjective.
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Nov 10, 2023
About Author
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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.
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Huma SaeedHuma is a renowned researcher acclaimed for her innovative work in Difference Wiki. Her dedication has led to key breakthroughs, establishing her prominence in academia. Her contributions continually inspire and guide her field.
