chiliastic

/tʃɪlɪˈastɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by chiliastic expectations or beliefs.

“The chiliastic cult predicted the end of the world would come soon, and many of its followers prepared for it.”

2. noun

a person who has chiliastic expectations or beliefs.

“The chiliastic leader convinced his followers that the world would soon come to an end, and they should prepare for it.”

Synonyms

  • eschatological
  • millenarian

Antonyms

  • pragmatic
  • rational