isaiah

/ˈaɪziə/

Definitions

1. proper noun

a male given name, especially of Hebrew origin, referring to the prophet in the Old Testament who wrote the Book of Isaiah.

“The prophet Isaiah’s writings had a profound impact on Christian theology.”

2. noun

a person or thing bearing the name of the prophet.

“The Isaiah who won the literary prize is known for his poetic style.”

3. verb

to interpret or understand in the manner of the prophet Isaiah.

“The theologian tried to Isaiah the meaning of the biblical passage.”

Synonyms

  • prophet
  • seer
  • visionary

Antonyms

  • apostate
  • heretic