modalism

noun

mod·​al·​ism

-ᵊlˌizəm

plural -s

: the theological doctrine that the members of the Trinity are not three distinct persons but rather three modes or forms of activity (the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit) under which God manifests himself

Word History

Etymology

modal entry 1 + -ism

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