animism
US /ˈæn.ə.mɪ.zəm/
UK /ˈæn.ə.mɪ.zəm/
1.
the belief that all natural objects, phenomena, and the universe itself possess souls or consciousness
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Many indigenous cultures practice some form of animism, believing in the spiritual essence of nature.
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The anthropologist studied the role of animism in their ancient rituals.