gospel
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
one of the four books in the Bible about the life and teachings of Jesus.
one of the first four books of the New Testament (Matthew, Mark, Luke, or John) detailing the life and ministry of Jesus Christ.
Simple“The priest read a passage from the Gospel of Mark during the service.”
In context“Scholars often compare the three synoptic Gospels to identify shared oral traditions and unique theological perspectives.”
- 02 C1 Advanced
something that is accepted as being completely true or a rule that must be followed.
a set of principles or a statement regarded as being absolutely authoritative or beyond doubt.
Simple“You shouldn't take everything the newspapers say as gospel.”
In context“In the tech industry, his predictions were taken as gospel by investors who had seen him succeed time and again.”
Usageoften used in the phrase 'take something as gospel'
- 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
a style of religious music that comes from the African-American church.
a genre of Christian music characterized by dominant vocals and strong use of harmony, originating in the religious revival movements of the United States.
Simple“The choir sang a beautiful gospel song that made everyone feel happy.”
In context“The festival featured a variety of performers, ranging from traditional gospel choirs to modern artists who blend the genre with soul and R&B.”
Synonyms
“I didn’t know anything about any type of music other than gospel.”