Etymology
1. apostolic
adjective. ['ˌæpɔˈstɔlɪk'] of or relating to or deriving from the Apostles or their teachings.
Etymology
- apostolicus (Latin)
- ἀποστολικός (Ancient Greek (to 1453))
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2. apostolic
adjective. ['ˌæpɔˈstɔlɪk'] proceeding from or ordered by or subject to a pope or the papacy regarded as the successor of the Apostles.
Synonyms
- apostolical
- papal
Etymology
- apostolicus (Latin)
- ἀποστολικός (Ancient Greek (to 1453))
Example sentences of the word apostolic
1. Adjective
Deacons during apostolic times often fed the poor and hungry.