biblical

/ˈbɪblɪkəl/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

Of or relating to the Bible.

Adjective

Examples

Tithing is both a quranic and biblical virtue.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

In accordance with the teachings of the Bible (according to some interpretation of it).

Adjective

Examples

biblical morality

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “biblical” mean?

Of or relating to the Bible.

Is “biblical” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.