Congregant: meaning, definitions and examples
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congregant
[ ˈkɒŋɡrɪɡənt ]
religious gathering
A congregant is a member of a congregation, which is a group of people assembled for religious worship. This term is often used in the context of churches, synagogues, and other religious institutions.
Synonyms
attendee, fellowship member, member.
Examples of usage
- The congregant participated actively in the service.
- Many congregants volunteered for the community outreach program.
- Each congregant was encouraged to share their thoughts during the discussion.
- The pastor welcomed all congregants to the special event.
Translations
Translations of the word "congregant" in other languages:
🇵🇹 congregante
🇮🇳 संगठन सदस्य
🇩🇪 Gemeindemitglied
🇮🇩 jemaah
🇺🇦 конгрегант
🇵🇱 członek zgromadzenia
🇯🇵 集会参加者
🇫🇷 congrégant
🇪🇸 congregante
🇹🇷 cemaat üyesi
🇰🇷 회중원
🇸🇦 عضو الجماعة
🇨🇿 člen kongregace
🇸🇰 člen kongregácie
🇨🇳 会众成员
🇸🇮 član kongregacije
🇮🇸 söfnuður
🇰🇿 конгрегация мүшесі
🇬🇪 კონგრეგანტი
🇦🇿 konqregant
🇲🇽 congregante
Etymology
The word 'congregant' originates from the Latin term 'congregare', meaning 'to gather together'. The prefix 'con-' indicates together or with, while 'gregare' is derived from 'grex', meaning flock or herd. Over time, the term evolved in Middle English as 'congregant' to denote individuals who assemble for the purpose of worship or religious services. The usage of this term has become more prevalent in contemporary language, reflecting the social and communal aspects of religious gatherings. 'Congregant' emphasizes communal participation in faith-based activities, illustrating a sense of belonging and community among worshipers.