# polydeism

> English word · Noun · IPA /pɒliˈdeɪˈɪzˈəm/

## Definitions
1. Belief in the existence of many gods who collectively set the universe in motion, then ceased to interact with it.
2. polytheism

## Etymology
Blend of polytheism + deism.

## Source
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Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/polydeism