gadarene

/ˌɡædəˈriːni/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of Gadara, a city in ancient Palestine, or its inhabitants.

“The Gadarene swine were said to have been possessed by demons.”

2. noun

a person from Gadara or its region.

“The historian described the Gadarene as a fierce warrior.”

Synonyms

  • gentile
  • palestinian

Antonyms

  • israelite
  • jewish