docetistic

/dɒˈsiːtɪstɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of Docetism, a Gnostic Christian heresy that denied the divinity of Jesus Christ.

“The theologian studied the docetistic views of early Christian sects.”

2. noun

a follower of Docetism.

“The docetistic groups were later ostracized by the mainstream Christian community.”

Synonyms

  • gnostic
  • heretical

Antonyms

  • catholic
  • orthodox