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- DictionaryAp·os·tol·ic/ˌapəˈstälik/
adjective
- 1. relating to the Apostles: "apostolic writings"
The meaning of APOSTOLIC is of or relating to an apostle. How to use apostolic in a sentence.
adjective. of, relating to, deriving from, or contemporary with the Apostles. of or relating to the teachings or practice of the Apostles. of or relating to the pope regarded as chief successor of the Apostles.
relating to the Apostles (= the group of early Christians who travelled to different places telling people about Jesus Christ): The once united apostolic church splintered over issues of power, governance, and doctrine. These people had a deeply apostolic and missionary spirit.
What does the word apostolic mean? There are five meanings listed in OED's entry for the word apostolic. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. apostolic has developed meanings and uses in subjects including. Roman Catholic Church (Middle English) Christianity (mid 1500s) Entry status.
Jul 10, 2024 · apostolic. ( Christianity) Pertaining to apostles or their practice or teaching; pertaining to the apostles (of early Christianity) or their teachings. an apostolic mission. According to the doctrines of the apostles; delivered or taught by the apostles.
adjective. proceeding from or ordered by or subject to a pope or the papacy regarded as the successor of the Apostles. synonyms: apostolical, papal, pontifical.
Apostolic definition: . See examples of APOSTOLIC used in a sentence.
Definition of apostolic adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Apostolic definition, of or characteristic of an apostle. See more.
1. adjective. Apostolic means belonging or relating to a Christian religious leader, especially the Pope. The work would be done by an apostolic administrator appointed by Rome. 2. adjective. Apostolic means belonging or relating to the early followers of Christ and to their teaching.
