wesleyan

/ˈwɛzlɪən/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of John Wesley or the Methodist movement he founded

“The Wesleyan church was a prominent institution in the community.”

2. noun

a member of the Methodist movement founded by John Wesley

“The Wesleyan minister delivered a powerful sermon to the congregation.”

3. adverb

in the manner of John Wesley or the Methodist movement he founded

“The charity operated wesleyan principles of compassion and kindness.”

4. noun

a type of theology or theology degree based on the teachings of John Wesley

“The wesleyan scholar wrote extensively on the history of Christian thought.”

Synonyms

  • evangelical
  • methodist

Antonyms

  • unconverted
  • unrepentant