Antinomianism

Pronunciation

Hyphenation: an + ti + no + mi + an + ism

Origin

From antinomian + -ism, coined by Martin Luther, notably used in his Against the Antinomians (1539).

Full definition of antinomianism

Noun

antinomianism

(countable and uncountable; plural antinomianisms)

(Christianity) A religious movement which believes that only the spiritual 'law of Faith' (Romans 3:27) is essential for salvation; and which is 'against' all other practical 'laws' being taught as being essential for salvation; and referring to them as legalism.
(Judaism) Opposition to the Torah.

Antonyms

legalism