boanerges

/boʊˈɛərɡɪˌziːz/

Definitions

1. noun

a surname of two sons of Zebedee and a title given to Jesus Christ by the apostles, meaning sons of thunder

“The name Boanerges is mentioned in the Bible as being given to James and John, the apostles of Jesus.”

2. proper noun

a proper noun referring to a specific group of people, such as the apostles James and John

“The apostles were known as the Boanerges, a group of powerful followers of Jesus.”

Synonyms

  • disciples
  • son of thunder

Antonyms

  • followers of a different faith
  • sons of peace