shamanism
(sha-man-ism)
3 syllables
Definition
noun. a practice that involves a practitioner reaching altered states of consciousness in order to interact with the spirit world and channel these transcendental energies into this world.
Example Sentence
Shamanism has been practiced by indigenous cultures around the world for centuries.
More Example Sentences
The rituals in shamanism often include drumming and chanting to reach a trance state.
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