apostle

/ˈæpəsəl/

Definitions

1. noun

A person sent or authorized to represent a church or organization, especially a Christian missionary or evangelist.

“The apostle traveled extensively, spreading the message of Christianity throughout the region.”

2. noun

One of the twelve chief followers of Jesus Christ, often considered the first leaders of the Christian church.

“Jesus chose twelve apostles to be his closest followers and to spread his teachings.”

3. verb

To make someone an apostle, especially a Christian missionary or evangelist.

“He was apostled to a remote village, where he spent several years preaching to the locals.”

Synonyms

  • evangelist
  • evangelizer
  • missionary

Antonyms

  • heretic
  • infidel