Synonyms for

Baptist

Verb / ˈbæptʌst / / ˈbæptɪst / Another word for baptist — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a member or follower of a Christian denomination that believes in baptism by immersion of adult believers

Synonyms & similar words

baptist Christian believer disciple follower proselyte convert adherent sectary devotee worshiper zealot pilgrim evangelist missionary minister preacher pastor clergyman priest chaplain

Synonyms by register

Formal

Reformed Christian Dissenter Protestant denomination

Informal

churchgoer parishioner believer

Literary

follower of John the Baptist disciple of immersion

Antonyms

atheist agnostic secularist nonbeliever pagan heathen

Common collocations

  • Southern Baptist
  • Baptist church
  • Baptist minister
  • Baptist convention
  • Baptist tradition
  • Baptist hymn

Word family

noun Baptist
adjective Baptist

Usage note

Baptist refers to a specific Protestant Christian denomination. It is not typically used in a general sense for all Christians, and antonyms are therefore related to non-Christian beliefs or lack thereof.

Example sentences

  1. The Baptist church is down the street from my house.
  2. My family and I are Baptists and we go to church every Sunday.
  3. The Baptist preacher gave an inspiring sermon yesterday.
  4. John is a Baptist and he sings in the church choir.
  5. The Baptist denomination is one of the largest Protestant denominations in the world.

Quotes

  • I'm a Baptist minister, and I believe that religious liberty is vital for all Americans.
  • The Baptist faith has always emphasized the importance of personal faith and individual choice.
  • I grew up a Baptist, and I know how important faith can be in people's lives.

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