Synonyms for

Methodist

Verb / ˈmeθʌdʌst / / ˈmeθʌdɪst / Another word for methodist — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Methodist is a member or follower of the Methodist Church, which is a Protestant Christian denomination.

Synonyms & similar words

methodist wesleyan Protestant Christian believer follower worshipper adherent devotee disciple evangelist missionary preacher priest minister pastor clergyman cleric parson reverend ecclesiastic churchgoer

Synonyms by register

Formal

adherent follower devotee believer

Informal

follower believer churchgoer

Antonyms

atheist agnostic skeptic unbeliever infidel heretic

Common collocations

  • Methodist church
  • Methodist minister
  • Methodist tradition
  • Methodist Episcopal Church
  • United Methodist Church
  • Methodist layman
  • Methodist conference

Word family

noun Methodism
adjective Methodist

Usage note

Methodist refers specifically to a member or adherent of the Methodist denomination of Protestant Christianity. It is not a general term for any Protestant.

Example sentences

  1. My grandmother is a devout Methodist and loves to sing hymns.
  2. The Methodist Church was founded by John Wesley in the 18th century.
  3. John and Sarah are both Methodists, and they met at church.
  4. Our school is affiliated with the Methodist Church, so we have chapel every week.
  5. The Methodist minister gave a powerful sermon on forgiveness.

Quotes

  • Methodists are one-tenth Calvinist and nine-tenths cricket. - Lord Mancroft
  • I'm a Methodist, but I believe in everything. - George Carlin
  • The Methodist Church has always been a big part of my life. - Rick Warren

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