apostle
IPA: ʌpˈɑsʌɫ
noun
- A missionary, or leader of a religious mission, especially one in the early Christian Church (but see Apostle).
- A pioneer or early advocate of a particular cause, prophet of a belief.
- A top-ranking ecclesiastical official in the twelve seat administrative council of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
- (obsolete, Cambridge slang) A person who is plucked, that is, refused an academic degree.
- (law) A letter dismissory.
- (law) A note sent to an appeals court presenting the appeal in summary.
- (law) The trial court record sent to an appeal court concerning an appeal.
- (Christianity) Any of the group of twelve disciples chosen by Jesus to preach and spread the Gospel.
- A top-ranking ecclesiastical official in the twelve-seat Mormon administrative council.
- A transliteration of the Greek male given name Απόστολος (Apóstolos). A rare transcription; usually transliterated as Apostolos.
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Examples of "apostle" in Sentences
- The apostle Paul traveled extensively to spread the teachings of Christ
- In many Christian traditions, the twelve apostles are revered for their close relationship with Jesus
- She felt a calling to be an apostle of hope, sharing her message with everyone she encountered
- The apostle's letters continue to inspire countless believers around the world today
- During the sermon, the pastor spoke about the role of the apostle in establishing the early church
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