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theo-

theo-

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A word part at the start that shows a connection to God or religion
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  • Words like 'theocracy' utilize the prefix theo- to indicate a system of government based on divine authority.

Examples

  • In the word 'theocentric', the prefix theo- means that God is at the center.

  • The prefix theo- appears in words like 'theology' and 'theocracy' to show a connection to God.

  • Many English words about religion use the prefix theo- to indicate something related to divinity.

  • The study of theology fascinates many scholars.

  • She is a theologian at Harvard University.

  • The prefix theo- is used in the word 'theology' to signify a study of God and religious beliefs.

  • In 'theocentric', the prefix theo- shows that God is the central focus of thought.

Surface Forms

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Etymology

Theo- comes from the Greek word theos, which means 'god'. You see theo- in words like theology and theocracy, so it always shows that something is about God or religion.