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- [kat-i-kist]
- /ˈkæt ɪ kɪst/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [kat-i-kist]
- /ˈkæt ɪ kɪst/
Definitions of catechistic word
- noun catechistic a person who catechizes. 1
- noun catechistic Ecclesiastical. a person appointed to instruct catechumens in the principles of religion as a preparation for baptism. 1
- noun catechistic Pertaining to a catechism. 1
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Origin of catechistic
First appearance:
before 1555 One of the 31% oldest English words
1555-65; < Late Latin catēchista < Greek katēchistḗs, equivalent to katēch(eîn) to teach by word of mouth, orig. to din down, i.e. to get results by shouting (kat- cata- + ēcheîn to sound) + istēs -ist
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Parts of speech for Catechistic
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
catechistic popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 70% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
catechistic usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for catechistic
adj catechistic
- searching — examining carefully or thoroughly: a searching inspection.
- questioning — indicating or implying a question: a questioning tone in her voice.
- interrogative — of, relating to, or conveying a question.
- interested — having an interest in something; concerned: Interested members will meet at noon.
- prying — that pries; looking or searching curiously.
adjective catechistic
- curious — eager to learn; inquisitive
Antonyms for catechistic
adj catechistic
- disinterested — unbiased by personal interest or advantage; not influenced by selfish motives: a disinterested decision by the referee.
- incurious — not curious; not inquisitive or observant; inattentive; indifferent.
- sceptical — inclined to skepticism; having an attitude of doubt: a skeptical young woman who will question whatever you say.
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