World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesEstado laico
Pronunciation / Transliteration: isˈtadu ˈlajku
"O Brasil é um estado laico."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A political entity that maintains a separation between religious institutions and the state, ensuring that religious groups do not wield political power.
"In a secular state, laws are made based on reason and public policy rather than religious doctrine." - 2
A government system that does not endorse or favor any religion.
"Many modern democracies are considered secular states, promoting freedom of religion and belief."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'secular' originates from the Latin word 'saecularis', meaning 'worldly' or 'temporal', which evolved in the context of separating religious institutions from state governance during the Enlightenment era. The concept of a 'state' refers to a political entity with governance structures, deriving from the Latin 'status', meaning 'condition' or 'position'.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Secular State"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Secular State" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
Estado laico
Transliteration: isˈtadu ˈlajku
"O Brasil é um estado laico."
État laïque
Transliteration: etɑ laik
"La France est un État laïque."
Säkularer Staat
Transliteration: zɛkylaːʁɐ ʃtaːt
"Deutschland ist ein säkularer Staat."
Stato laico
Transliteration: ˈstato ˈlaiko
"L'Italia è uno stato laico."
Estado laico
Transliteration: esˈtaðo ˈlaiko
"México es un estado laico."
धर्मनिरपेक्ष राज्य
Transliteration: Dharmanirpekṣa rājy
"भारत एक धर्मनिरपेक्ष राज्य है।"
世俗国家
Transliteration: shìsú guójiā
"中国是一个世俗国家。"
세속 국가
Transliteration: sesok gukga
"한국은 세속 국가입니다."
世俗国家
Transliteration: sesoku k国家
"日本は世俗国家です。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all Portuguese termsA voltage level that is lower than the standard voltage used in electrical systems, typically used for safety in low-power applications.
The difference in electric potential between two points, measured in volts.
A term used in German to denote a specific type of entity or concept.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Secular State"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.