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apostolic

UK
/ˌæpəˈstɒlɪk/
US
/ˌæpəˈstɑlɪk/

Translations

apostolicnoun
apostolics
pl
UK
/ˌæp.əˈstɒl.ɪk/
US
/ˌæp.əˈstɑː.lɪk/
Used substantively to denote a member of certain Christian churches or movements, e.g. an Apostolic
apostolicadjective
more apostolic
Comp.
most apostolic
Super.
UK
/ˌæpəˈstɒlɪk/
US
/ˌæpəˈstɑlɪk/
The church follows the apostolic tradition.
Церковь следует апостольской традиции.
Synonyms
ecclesiastical
religious
spiritual
clerical
sacred

Definitions

apostolicnoun
A member or adherent of a Christian denomination that identifies itself as Apostolic.
Several Apostolics attended the ecumenical conference.
apostolicadjective
Relating to the Apostles or their teachings.
The church follows an apostolic tradition that dates back to the early days of Christianity.
Pertaining to the Pope or the papal authority in the Roman Catholic Church.
The apostolic letter was issued by the Pope to address the concerns of the faithful.
Characteristic of a missionary or someone who is sent on a religious mission.
Her apostolic zeal was evident in her dedication to spreading the faith in remote areas.
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