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apostolic Synonyms

Another word for apostolic

Choosing another word for apostolic depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Relating to the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ, or to their teachings, spirit, and historical period.

Usage Example

"The seminary course examined the theological debates of the early apostolical era."

Strongest
apostolical
Weak
evangelical
ecclesiastical

• adjective (Context 2)

Relating to the Pope, the Roman Catholic Church, or the Holy See, regarded as the successor to Saint Peter.

Usage Example

"The ambassador presented his credentials to the papal nuncio in the capital."

Strongest
papal
Strong
pontifical

• adjective (Context 3)

Relating to or engaged in the active propagation of a religion, mission, or doctrine.

Usage Example

"She approached her humanitarian work with an almost missionary zeal for community reform."

Strong
missionary
evangelistic

• Nearby Words

apoplex
apostle
apostleship
apostolic
apostrophe
apothecary
app

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Apostolic. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/apostolic
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