unitarian
|u-ni-tar-i-an|
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/ˌjuːnɪˈtɛəriən/
belief in unity
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unitarian' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'unitarius,' where 'unitas' meant 'unity.'
Historical Evolution
'unitarius' transformed into the English word 'unitarian' through the influence of religious reform movements.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to unity,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'believing in the unity of God.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who believes that God exists in one person, not in the Trinity.
The Unitarian church welcomes people of all faiths.
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Adjective 1
relating to or characteristic of Unitarians or Unitarianism.
She attended a Unitarian service last Sunday.
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