Marist
Americannoun
noun
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a member of the Society of Mary, a religious congregation founded in 1824
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a teacher or pupil in a school belonging to the Marist Order
adjective
Etymology
Origin of Marist
From the French word Mariste, dating back to 1875–80. See Mary, -ist
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Marist University, which has also trimmed its melt rate to around 7%, has a June orientation that allows students to meet future roommates and feel more connected to the community.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 6, 2026
A survey conducted by Marist Poll in partnership with NPR and PBS News, external earlier this month found that 65% of registered voters opposed data centres being built in their areas.
From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026
According to a Marist Poll, 59 percent of New Yorkers believe he has struck the "right balance" with Trump.
From Barron's ● Apr. 13, 2026
A recent Marist Poll suggests that 69 percent of New York City residents sampled think he should resign.
From Salon ● Oct. 13, 2024
“I played football and baseball for Marist High School in Bayonne. I made All-County. That’s sport. I don’t have to shoot no little animals.”
From "Fallen Angels" by Walter Dean Myers
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