Vocabulary Entry

mahdist

|noun • adjective

noun

A member of a sect that believes in the coming of a Mahdi, a messianic figure in Islamic belief.

Example Sentences

"The mahdist movement gained followers across several regions."

"He identified with the mahdists who believed in a coming savior."

"Many mahdists gathered to discuss their beliefs about the future."

adjective

Example Sentences

"The mahdist ideology emphasizes the need for justice and reform."

"Her teachings were deeply rooted in mahdist principles."

"The mahdist uprising was a significant event in the history of the region."