sabbatary

/sæbætˈɛəriən/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who observes the Sabbath, especially a member of a Christian sect that observes the Sabbath as a day of rest and worship.

“Many sabbatarians attend church services on Sundays.”

2. adjective

Relating to or observing the Sabbath, especially as a day of rest and worship.

“The sabbatarian community has a strong tradition of respecting Sundays.”

Synonyms

  • purist
  • sectarian

Antonyms

  • hedonist
  • nonobservant