Meaning of the word polytheist in English

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polytheist

US /ˈpɑː.li.θiː.ɪst/
UK /ˈpɒl.i.θiː.ɪst/

Noun

a person who believes in or worships multiple gods

Example:
Ancient Greeks and Romans were polytheists, worshipping a pantheon of gods and goddesses.
As a polytheist, she found beauty in the diverse spiritual traditions of the world.

Adjective

relating to or characterized by belief in or worship of multiple gods

Example:
Many ancient civilizations had polytheist religions.
The culture was deeply rooted in its polytheist beliefs and rituals.
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