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Evangelistic: meaning, definitions and examples

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evangelistic

 

[ ɪˌvæn.dʒəˈlɪs.tɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

religious fervor

Evangelistic refers to a zealous commitment to spreading the Christian gospel. It often pertains to the efforts made by individuals or groups to convert others to their faith. This term can apply to various forms of outreach, including preaching, personal testimonies, and organized missions. Evangelistic activities are often characterized by their energetic and persuasive nature. Such efforts are crucial in many Christian denominations as they aim to fulfill the Great Commission to spread the message of Jesus Christ.

Synonyms

missionary, proselytizing, spreading

Examples of usage

  • The evangelistic campaign drew thousands of attendees.
  • He joined an evangelistic group to help spread the message.
  • Her evangelistic passion motivated her to travel abroad.
  • The church organized an evangelistic event in the community.

Translations

Translations of the word "evangelistic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 evangelístico

🇮🇳 सुसमाचार प्रचारक

🇩🇪 evangelistisch

🇮🇩 evangelis

🇺🇦 євангелістичний

🇵🇱 ewangelicki

🇯🇵 福音的な

🇫🇷 évangélique

🇪🇸 evangélico

🇹🇷 İncilci

🇰🇷 복음주의의

🇸🇦 إنجيلي

🇨🇿 evangelický

🇸🇰 evanjelický

🇨🇳 福音的

🇸🇮 evangelističen

🇮🇸 fagnaðarerindislegur

🇰🇿 евангелистік

🇬🇪 ევანგელისტური

🇦🇿 İncilci

🇲🇽 evangélico

Etymology

The term 'evangelistic' has its roots in the Greek word 'euangelion', which means 'good news' or 'gospel'. This connects to the role of evangelists in Christianity, who are tasked with proclaiming the message of Jesus. The term began to be utilized in English during the 19th century, particularly amidst various revival movements that emphasized personal faith and the importance of sharing one's belief in a passionate manner. Over time, the concept of evangelism expanded beyond purely religious contexts to include any vigorous effort to promote beliefs or ideologies, which explains its modern application in various fields such as politics, social causes, and more.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,440, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.