What is another word for Pelagianism?
Pronunciation: [pɛlˈe͡ɪd͡ʒənˌɪzəm] (IPA) 
Pelagianism is a theological doctrine which emphasizes the freedom of the will and the possibility of attaining perfection through individual merit, rather than through divine grace. Synonyms for Pelagianism include the related terms Pelagian heresy and Pelagian error, which both carry a negative connotation. Other similar terms that can be used include Semi-Pelagianism, which acknowledges the role of grace but still emphasizes the role of human effort in salvation, and Arminianism, which emphasizes free will but places greater emphasis on the role of grace in salvation. Regardless of the specific term used, all of these concepts relate to the role of human merit versus divine grace in the attainment of salvation.
