/ˈdʒɑːnzənɪst/ (JAN-suh-nist)

Definitions

1. noun

A member of a 17th-century Dutch theological movement that emphasized predestination and the authority of scripture, founded by Cornelius Jansen.

“The 17th-century jansenists were known for their radical views on predestination.”

2. noun

A person who advocates or follows a policy or attitude similar to Jansenism.

“The politician’s views on social justice were criticized as being overly jansenist.”