Messianic

//ˌmɛsaɪˈænɪk// adj, noun

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Definitions

Noun

1
One who follows the religion of Messianic Judaism.

Adjective

1
Of, relating to, or resembling a messiah or the Messiah. not-comparable
"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."
2
Alternative letter-case form of messianic. alt-of, not-comparable
3
Of, relating to, or resembling messianism. not-comparable

Adjective

1
of or relating to a messiah promising deliverance wordnet

Synonyms

Example

"I do not opine that Hinduism is like a messianic complex."

Etymology

From Messiah + -n- + -ic.

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