# evangelist

/iˈvændʒəɫɪst/ (US) · /ɪvˈændʒɪlˌɪst/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/evangelist
Updated: 2026-08-15

## Definition

someone who talks about a product or idea with a lot of energy to get others to like it. In the tech world, they help build a community around a specific tool or software.

For teachers: a person who promotes a particular technology, product, or philosophy with great enthusiasm to build a user base or industry standard. Often used in corporate titles to describe a role focused on public advocacy and community engagement.

## Examples

- She works as a technical evangelist for a major cloud company.
- The startup hired a developer evangelist to write tutorials and speak at conferences to encourage people to use their new API.
- While the term originated in a religious context, the modern software evangelist focuses on fostering a robust ecosystem of third-party developers who are committed to a specific platform's long-term success.

## Usage notes

- Commonly modified by a specific field or product name, such as 'tech evangelist' or 'open-source evangelist'.

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