evangelistic
Americanadjective
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pertaining to evangelists or to preachers of the gospel.
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seeking to evangelize; striving to convert sinners.
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designed or fitted to evangelize.
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(often initial capital letter) of or relating to the four Evangelists.
adjective
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denoting, resembling, or relating to evangelists or their methods and attitudes
evangelistic zeal
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zealously advocating a cause
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(often capital) of or relating to all or any of the four Evangelists
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Etymology
Origin of evangelistic
First recorded in 1835–45; evangelist + -ic
Example Sentences
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The British barrister had moved to Zimbabwe with his wife and four children from Winchester in England in 1984 to work with an evangelistic organisation.
From BBC • Nov. 14, 2024
“The Jesus Film,” produced for evangelistic purposes, takes its text entirely from the biblical account, attempting to render a literalist version of a savior.
From New York Times • Jan. 11, 2024
He combined evangelistic fervor with a comfortable on-air style that drew comparisons to the most popular talk show hosts of the day, including Johnny Carson and Merv Griffin.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2023
Members are known for their evangelistic efforts including knocking on doors and distributing literature in public squares.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 9, 2023
He sat at our 212table and Philip Phillips also, who is a noted evangelistic singer.
From Village Life in America 1852-1872 Including the period of the American Civil War as told in the diary of a school-girl by Richards, Caroline Cowles
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