secular

Vocabulary Word

Definition

The term 'secular' describes something that is not tied to religion, or operates separately from religious beliefs. It can refer to bodies or aspects like education, music, or government that function independent of spiritual influence.

Examples in Different Contexts

In arts and literature, 'secular' themes focus on worldly matters rather than spiritual ones. An artist might comment, 'My work primarily revolves around secular themes, highlighting daily human experiences.'

Practice Scenarios

Creative

Scenario:

This art piece reflects many societal issues. There's a tangible separation from spiritual inspirations.

Response:

I agree. The artist seems to focus on secular themes instead of religious inspiration in their work.

Tech

Scenario:

We are working on incorporating user data into our recommendation algorithm. It's essential to keep it unbiased and based on user behaviour.

Response:

That's correct. Our goal is to create a secular algorithm that doesn't consider religious beliefs or personal ideologies.