Christian meaning
EN[ˈkɹɪʃtʃən] [ˈkɹɪstjən] [ˈkɹɪstʃən]US
WChristian
- A Christian ( pronunciation ) is a person who adheres to Christianity, an Abrahamic, monotheistic religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth.
- There are diverse interpretations of Christianity which sometimes conflict. However, "Whatever else they might disagree about, Christians are at least united in believing that Jesus has a unique significance.
FR Christian
- NounPLChristiansSUF-ian
- A believer in Christianity.
- An individual who seeks to live his or her life according to the principles and values taught by Jesus Christ.
- A believer in Christianity.
- AdjectiveCOMmore ChristianSUPmost Christian
- (not comparable) Of, like or relating to Christianity or Christians.
- (not comparable) Of, like or relating to Jesus Christ.
- Kind, charitable; moral; a term of approbation.
- That's very Christian of you.
- (not comparable) Of, like or relating to Christianity or Christians.
- Proper noun
- A male given name found in England since the twelfth century.
- A female given name of medieval usage, rare today.
- A patronymic surname.
- A male given name found in England since the twelfth century.
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- Used in the Middle of Sentence
- In certain Christian circles invoking the Bible constitutes irrefutable proof.
- Most believers in Christian atheism believe that God never existed, but there are a few who believe in the death of God literally.
- Only eleven codexes form the division that is intitled CHRISTIAN I.
- Used in the Beginning of Sentence
- Christian charity, or love, stands first in the rank of gifts.
- Used in the Middle of Sentence
Definition of Christian in English Dictionary
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- fr Christian
- en Christians
- en Christiana
- fr Christiane
- en Christianly
Source: Wiktionary