evangelistic
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/ɪˌvæn.dʒəˈlɪs.tɪk/
Relating to spreading the gospel
Etymology
Etymology Information
'evangelistic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'euangelion,' where 'eu-' meant 'good' and 'angelion' meant 'message.'
Historical Evolution
'euangelion' transformed into the Latin word 'evangelium,' and eventually became the modern English word 'evangelistic' through Old French 'evangelique.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'good news or message,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to evangelism.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or characteristic of evangelism or evangelists.
The church organized an evangelistic campaign to reach out to the community.
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