Scripture
/ˈskɹɪpt͡ʃɚ/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: Scriptures
Sense 1
Meaning · English
The foundational text of a given religion, or a text considered especially holy.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
A sacred writing or holy book.
Noun
Examples
The primary scripture in Zoroastrianism is the Avesta.
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 3
Meaning · English
An authoritative statement.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “Scripture” mean?
The foundational text of a given religion, or a text considered especially holy.
Is “Scripture” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.