Definition and Synonyms for Apostle

Definition of Apostle

1. An ardent early supporter of a cause or reform Noun
2. Any important early teacher of Christianity or a Christian missionary to a people Noun
3. (New Testament) one of the original 12 disciples chosen by Christ to preach his gospel Noun

Synonyms for word "apostle"

apostelic father

Semanticaly linked words with "apostle"

Hyponims for word "apostle"

Lexical Analysis for "apostle"

apostolic
Adjective
derivation
2
1. of or relating to or deriving from the Apostles or their teachings
2. of or relating to or deriving from the Apostles or their teachings
apostolical
Adjective
derivation
1
1. of or relating to or deriving from the Apostles or their teachings
apostleship
Noun
derivation
2
1. the position of apostle
2. the position of apostle

Words Rhyme with apostle

Etymology for apostle

etymology apostolate
etymological origin of apostle
is derived from Apostles' Creed
is derived from apostle spoon
is derived from apostles
is derived from apostleship
is derived from apostolate
is derived from apostolic
is derived from apostolicity