mystagogy

mys·ta·gogue

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [mis-tuh-gawg, -gog]
- /ˈmɪs təˌgɔg, -ˌgɒg/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [mis-tuh-gawg, -gog]
- /ˈmɪs təˌgɔg, -ˌgɒg/

Definitions of mystagogy word

noun mystagogy someone who instructs others before initiation into religious mysteries or before participation in the sacraments. 1
noun mystagogy a person whose teachings are said to be founded on mystical revelations. 1
noun mystagogy The doctrines, principles, or practice of a mystagogue; interpretation of mysteries. 1

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Origin of mystagogy

First appearance:

before 1540

One of the 30% oldest English words

1540-50; < Latin mystagōgus < Greek mystagōgós, equivalent to mýst(ēs) (see mystic) + ágōgos -agogue

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Parts of speech for Mystagogy

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mystagogy popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 50% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 56% 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.

mystagogy usage trend in Literature

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