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Definition of christianity

christianity

/ˌkrɪs.tʃiˈæn.ə.ti/
chris · ti · an · i · ty
Plural:Christianities
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Adjective:Christian
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christianity Lexical Profile

• noun

1

The monotheistic Abrahamic religion based on the person, life, and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth, or its beliefs and practices.

Example

"The university course explores how Christianity spread across the Mediterranean world during late antiquity."

2

The quality or state of being a Christian, or of displaying Christian character and values.

Example

"She sought to express her Christianity through quiet acts of charity and community service."

3

Christians collectively; Christendom.

Example

"The ecumenical council brought together representatives from across global Christianity."

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• Rhymes for christianity

• Nearby Words

christendom
christening
christian
christianity
christianomastix
christlike
christmas cactus

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in Middle English from Old French crestienté, from Church Latin christianitas, derived from Ancient Greek Khristianos ('follower of Christ'), from Khristos ('the anointed one').

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Christianity. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/christianity
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