catechetic

/kætɪˈkɛtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of a catechism, especially in its method of instruction

“The catechetic approach to teaching the Bible has been widely adopted by many churches.”

2. noun

a person or thing that is characteristic of a catechism, especially in its method of instruction

“The catechetic in the Sunday school class was praised for her effective teaching methods.”

3. adverb

in a manner characteristic of a catechism, especially in its method of instruction

“She catechetically explained the complex concept to her students.”

Synonyms

  • catechetical
  • didactic

Antonyms

  • free-form
  • spontaneous