Messianic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌmɛsaɪˈænɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Messianic is an adjective meaning Of, relating to, or resembling a messiah or the Messiah.
Meaning
Of, relating to, or resembling a messiah or the Messiah.
More Meanings
- Of, relating to, or resembling messianism.
Example Sentences
There’s been a change in President Donald Trump. He used to say he had accomplished more than any other President, a debatable claim. But now he’s using messianic language about himself.
Speaking this week, Pope Francis sent a thinly veiled warning about the dangers of “pied piper of Hamelin”-style populists and “messianic clowns”. “There is only one Messiah,” the pope said, without naming Milei.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include redemptive, anointed, soteriological, salvationist, salvific, apocalyptic.
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