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Apostles

Verb / ʌˈpɑ:sʌlz / Another word for apostles — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Apostles are the twelve disciples of Jesus Christ or any early Christian leaders who spread his teachings.

Synonyms & similar words

apostle apostelicfather disciples followers adherents believers missionaries evangelists preachers teachers prophets messengers ambassadors envoys emissaries legates representatives delegates spokespersons advocates champions supporters

Synonyms by register

Formal

disciples followers advocates proponents

Informal

acolytes cheerleaders fans supporters

Literary

messengers heralds emissaries

Antonyms

opponents detractors critics enemies adversaries skeptics

Common collocations

  • the twelve apostles
  • apostles' creed
  • early apostles
  • apostles of change
  • apostles of peace
  • apostles of capitalism
  • apostles of science

Word family

noun apostle
adjective apostolic

Usage note

While 'apostle' historically refers to the twelve disciples of Jesus, it is also used more broadly to describe any fervent advocate or proponent of a belief or cause.

Example sentences

  1. The apostles traveled far and wide to spread the word of Jesus.
  2. The apostles were chosen by Jesus to carry on his work.
  3. Many people became followers of Jesus because of the apostles.
  4. The apostles were brave and dedicated.
  5. The apostles were important leaders in the early Christian church.

Quotes

  • "We are all apostles of Christ in that we are called to share his message with others." - Pope Francis
  • "The apostles were ordinary men who were given an extraordinary mission." - Rick Warren
  • "The apostles were chosen to be Jesus' closest companions and to spread his teachings to the world." - Billy Graham

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