missionary (Meaning)
missionary (n)
someone who attempts to convert others to a particular doctrine or program
someone sent on a mission--especially a religious or charitable mission to a foreign country
missionary (a)
relating to or connected to a religious mission
missionary (n)
One who is sent on a mission; especially, one sent to propagate religion.
missionary (a.)
Of or pertaining to missions; as, a missionary meeting; a missionary fund.
Synonyms & Antonyms of missionary
Synonyms:
- abbé
- pope
- diocesan
- high priestess
- archpriest
- priestess
- enthusiast
- worshipper
- clergywoman
- oblate
- sectarian
- high priest
- acolyte
- dean
- supporter
- champion
- loyalist
- rector
- worshiper
- monsignor
- adherent
- partisan
- faithful
- archbishop
- Holy Joe
- parson
- curé
- admirer
- devotee
- fan
- deaconess
- vicar
- shepherd
- zealot
- father
- protégé
- clergyperson
- advocate
- idolater
- dominie
- divine
- presbyter
- confessor
- clerk
- ideologist
- prelate
- disciple
- curate
- abbot
- sky pilot
Antonyms:
missionary Sentence Examples
- The intrepid missionary ventured deep into the uncharted jungle to spread the gospel.
- The devout missionaries dedicated their lives to serving the underprivileged in remote communities.
- The missionary's work involved establishing schools and clinics to uplift the local population.
- The missionaries faced persecution and hardship, but their unwavering faith sustained them.
- The missionary's message of hope and redemption resonated with people from all walks of life.
- Despite language barriers, the missionaries found innovative ways to communicate with the local tribes.
- The missionary's presence played a pivotal role in fostering intercultural understanding.
- The missionary's legacy continues to inspire generations of believers and humanitarians.
- The missionary's selfless service left an enduring impact on the communities they served.
- The missionaries' unwavering determination and compassion exemplify the true spirit of their calling.
FAQs About the word missionary
someone who attempts to convert others to a particular doctrine or program, someone sent on a mission--especially a religious or charitable mission to a foreign
missioner, soldier, priest, monk, mendicant, revivalist, minister, reverend, clerical, student
secular, defector, apostate, traitor, apostate, defector, traitor, secular, leader, leader
The intrepid missionary ventured deep into the uncharted jungle to spread the gospel.
The devout missionaries dedicated their lives to serving the underprivileged in remote communities.
The missionary's work involved establishing schools and clinics to uplift the local population.
The missionaries faced persecution and hardship, but their unwavering faith sustained them.
