spirituality

This term describes a focus on the non-material aspects of existence, often emphasizing a personal connection to the divine or the inner self. It carries a softer, more individualistic connotation than religion, which typically implies adherence to a structured institution or a formal set of laws.

In modern usage, it frequently denotes a subjective search for meaning and purpose that transcends physical reality. Because it refers to an abstract quality or a general practice, it is treated as an uncountable noun and does not have a plural form.