Vocabulary Entry

wahhabi

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noun

A member of a conservative Islamic sect founded in the 18th century by Muhammad ibn Abd al-Wahhab in present-day Saudi Arabia.

Example Sentences

"The Wahhabi movement has significantly influenced the interpretation of Islamic law in Saudi Arabia."

"Many Wahhabis advocate for a return to what they consider the purest forms of Islam."

"The teachings of Wahhabis often emphasize a strict adherence to monotheism."