amyraldist
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/əˈmɪrəldɪst/
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/əˈmɪərəldɪst/
follower of Amyraut's teachings
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amyraldist' originates from the name 'Moïse Amyraut', a French theologian, where 'Amyraut' referred to his teachings.
Historical Evolution
'amyraldist' changed from the French term 'amyraldien' and eventually became the modern English word 'amyraldist'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred specifically to followers of Amyraut's teachings, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a follower of the theological teachings of Moïse Amyraut, which attempted to reconcile Calvinism with universal salvation.
The amyraldist believed in a form of conditional election.
Synonyms
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