Definition and Synonyms for Christian

Definition of Christian

1. Relating to or characteristic of Christianity Adjective
2. Following the teachings or manifesting the qualities or spirit of Jesus Christ Adjective
3. A religious person who believes Jesus is the Christ and who is a member of a Christian denomination Noun

unchristian
Adjective
antonym
1
1. not of a Christian faith
christendom
Noun
derivation
1
1. the collective body of Christians throughout the world and history (found predominantly in Europe and the Americas and Australia)
christianity
Noun
pertainym
1
1. a monotheistic system of beliefs and practices based on the Old Testament and the teachings of Jesus as embodied in the New Testament and emphasizing the role of Jesus as savior
christ
Noun
derivation
2
1. a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem and active in Nazareth; his life and sermons form the basis for Christianity (circa 4 BC - AD 29)
2. a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem and active in Nazareth; his life and sermons form the basis for Christianity (circa 4 BC - AD 29)
christianity
Noun
derivation
2
1. a monotheistic system of beliefs and practices based on the Old Testament and the teachings of Jesus as embodied in the New Testament and emphasizing the role of Jesus as savior
2. the collective body of Christians throughout the world and history (found predominantly in Europe and the Americas and Australia)
christianly
Adjective Satellite
derivation
1
1. becoming to or like a Christian

Words Rhyme with Christian

Etymology for Christian