Synonyms for
Apostle
Definition
A person sent by Jesus to spread his teachings.
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- early apostle
- chief apostle
- true apostle
- leading apostle
- apostle Paul
- apostle Peter
- apostle John
- an apostle of
Word family
Usage note
Primarily used in a religious context, referring to a disciple or messenger of a founder, especially one of the twelve disciples of Jesus. Can also be used metaphorically for a fervent advocate of a cause.
Example sentences
- John was an apostle who traveled all over the world to share Jesus' message.
- The apostles wrote letters to the early Christian communities.
- Mary Magdalene was one of the first people to see the risen Jesus and she told the apostles.
- The apostles were very important in spreading Christianity.
- The apostles were chosen by Jesus to continue his work after he left Earth.
Quotes
The apostles were simple men who walked with Christ, but they had his power. And so do you.
The apostles were not supermen, but men like ourselves, who had been chosen by Christ and empowered by the Holy Spirit.
The apostles were the first to proclaim the Gospel, but the work is still unfinished.