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apostleOne of the twelve disciples of Jesus Christ, or any important early Christian missionary

Part of speech: NOUN

Definition: One of the twelve disciples of Jesus Christ, or any important early Christian missionary

Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈpɑːsl/

Korean meaning: 예수 그리스도의 12제자 중 한 명, 또는 초기 기독교의 중요한 선교사

Korean pronunciation: 어**파**슬

Example Sentences

  • My grandmother was an apostle of home cooking - she could convert anyone to love vegetables with her magic recipes.
  • He became an apostle of minimalism after his room was so messy that he lost his cat for three days.
  • The twelve apostles spread Christianity throughout the ancient world despite facing persecution.

apostle

NOUN

//əˈpɑːsl//

One of the twelve disciples of Jesus Christ, or any important early Christian missionary

apostle concept
💡 Concept

a bearded man in simple robes gestures warmly while speaking to a gathered crowd of diverse people. His gentle expression and open arms show him sharing important spiritual teachings. The people around him listen intently, some kneeling while others stand with reverent attention. Several close followers stand beside the teacher, clearly devoted disciples ready to spread his message. A woman in the crowd reaches out her hand in hope while children gather near the front. Market vendors pause their work to listen from their stalls in the background. one of the twelve disciples of Jesus Christ teaching and ministering to the people

🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/əˈpɑːsl/
🇬🇧 UK/əˈpɒsl/

🌳Etymology

Rootapostol
Suffix--e

Origin

From Greek 'apostolos' meaning 'one who is sent forth' or 'messenger.' Originally referred to a naval expedition or envoy sent on a mission.

🎵Rhyme

gospeldocilefossil
gospel
docile
fossil

🔗Collocations

apostle of peace
false apostle
apostle's creed
self-proclaimed apostle
apostle of capitalism

📝Examples

😄 Fun example

My grandmother was an apostle of home cooking - she could convert anyone to love vegetables with her magic recipes.

😄 Fun example

He became an apostle of minimalism after his room was so messy that he lost his cat for three days.

The twelve apostles spread Christianity throughout the ancient world despite facing persecution.

As an apostle of digital literacy, she teaches elderly people how to use smartphones and social media.

📚Related Words

Synonyms

disciplemissionaryevangelistadvocatechampion

Antonyms

opponentcriticdetractor

Related

gospelministrypreacherprophetmartyr

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