adventist
|ad-ven-tist|
B2
/ˈædˌvɛntɪst/
imminent arrival
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adventist' originates from the Latin word 'adventus,' meaning 'arrival' or 'coming.'
Historical Evolution
'adventus' transformed into the English word 'advent,' and eventually became the modern English word 'adventist' to describe followers of the Adventist movement.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the 'coming' of Christ, but over time it evolved to describe members of the religious group emphasizing this belief.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a member of a Christian denomination that emphasizes the imminent second coming (or 'advent') of Jesus Christ.
The Adventist church holds services every Saturday.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/15 02:21