Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by the principles or practices of Protestant Christianity, especially those of the 16th and 17th centuries.

“The evangelical movement swept across the country, changing the face of religion.”

2. noun

a member of a Protestant Christian movement that originated in the 16th century and emphasizes personal conversion, the authority of the Bible, and the importance of evangelism.

“The evangelical community has been a driving force behind social justice movements.”

3. noun

the principles or practices of Protestant Christianity, especially those of the 16th and 17th centuries.

“The evangelical ideals of the Reformation had a profound impact on Western society.”