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Definition of televangelism

televangelism

/ˌtɛl.əˈvæn.dʒəˌlɪz.əm/
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Adjective:televangelistic
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televangelism Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The use of television or other broadcast media to preach, proselytize, and promote religious beliefs, typically within evangelical Christianity and often accompanied by appeals for viewer donations.

Example

"The documentary examined the rapid growth of televangelism in the United States during the late twentieth century."

• Rhymes for televangelism

• Nearby Words

teletext
telethon
teletype
televangelism
televangelist
televiewer
televise

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the mid-20th century as a portmanteau blending 'television' and 'evangelism', a term popularized by sociologist Jeffrey K. Hadden to describe the rise of broadcast religious ministries.

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