messianism

mes·si·a·nism

M m

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- [mes-ee-uh-niz-uh m, muh-sahy-uh-]
- /ˈmɛs i əˌnɪz əm, məˈsaɪ ə-/
- /mˈenɪzəm/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [mes-ee-uh-niz-uh m, muh-sahy-uh-]
- /ˈmɛs i əˌnɪz əm, məˈsaɪ ə-/

Definitions of messianism word

noun messianism (often initial capital letter) the belief in the coming of the Messiah, or a movement based on this belief. 1
noun messianism the belief in a leader, cause, or ideology as a savior or deliverer. 1
noun messianism The belief in a messiah. 1

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Origin of messianism

First appearance:

before 1875

One of the 25% newest English words

1875-80; < Late Latin Messīān-, stem of Messīās Messiah + -ism

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Parts of speech for Messianism

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messianism popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 63% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 63% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

messianism usage trend in Literature

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