omniscience

[/ɑːmˈnɪʃəns/]
noun
onisciência
1. The quality or state of knowing everything; infinite knowledge or awareness of all things, past, present, and future
In Christian theology, God's omniscience means He knows all events before they occur.
Na teologia cristã, a onisciência de Deus significa que Ele conhece todos os eventos antes de ocorrerem.
2. The attribute of being all-knowing; universal understanding without limitation
The philosopher questioned whether true omniscience is logically possible.
O filósofo questionou se a verdadeira onisciência é logicamente possível.
Omniscience is a key theological concept in both Christian and Islamic traditions, frequently discussed in religious education and philosophy. In Brazil, the term appears predominantly in academic, theological, and philosophical discourse rather than in everyday speech.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
all-knowingnessinfinite knowledgeuniversal knowledge
Antonyms / Antônimos
ignorancelimited knowledgefallibility

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
onisciência
Standard term used in religious and philosophical contexts
Portugal
omnisciência
Alternative spelling maintaining more of the Latin origin; both forms acceptable

Related Words

omniscientomnipotenceomnipresencedivinityprescienceclairvoyance

Related Idioms & Phrases

divine omniscience
claim to omniscience
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