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wesleyan

adj.
C1 Advanced US //ˈwɛzɫiən// wes·leyan

adj. relating to the religious ideas of John Wesley, who started the Methodist church. It describes people, churches, or schools that follow these specific Christian traditions.

adj. relating to the theological system or the religious denominations founded by John Wesley. Often used to describe Methodist institutions or specific doctrines emphasizing personal holiness and social justice.


SIMPLE

She attended a Wesleyan church every Sunday morning.

CONTEXTUAL

The university maintains its Wesleyan heritage through a strong commitment to community service and social ethics.

COMPLEX

Scholars of the Wesleyan tradition often highlight the 'Quadrilateral'—a method of theological reflection involving scripture, tradition, reason, and experience—as a defining characteristic of the movement.

Synonyms
Usage

Typically used as a relational adjective; when used as a noun, it refers to a member of a Wesleyan denomination.

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