coreligionist

[ koh-ri-lij-uh-nist ]

noun

1. an adherent of the same religion as another.

coreligionist

/ ˌkəʊrɪˈlɪdʒənɪst /

noun

1. an adherent of the same religion as another

Word History and Origins

Origin of coreligionist¹

First recorded in 1835–45; co- + religion ( def ) + -ist ( def )

Example Sentences

The senator paired these policies with vocal support for reproductive rights, which provoked the ire of many conservative coreligionists.

From Washington Post

The clergyman having done his duty by a deceased coreligionist, to him unknown, went back to the city where he belonged.

From Project Gutenberg

It is, as already intimated, the increasing eclat of Shakespeare's name and fame which has made him desirable as a coreligionist.

From Project Gutenberg

Is the Jew's first duty to his countryman or to his coreligionist?

From Project Gutenberg