Calvinist

/ˈkælvɪnɪst/
noun

A follower of the Christian teachings of John Calvin, a Protestant leader in the 16th century.

He is a strict Calvinist who attends the church service every Sunday without fail.
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Religious

adjective

Relating to the protestant theological system of John Calvin and his successors.

She has Calvinist beliefs due to her upbringing.
Visual representation of "calvinist" - Relating to the protestant theological system of John Calvin and his successors.

Often appears as...

  • calvinist theology
  • calvinist doctrine

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Religious

noun

A follower of the Christian teachings of John Calvin, a Protestant leader in the 16th century.

He is a strict Calvinist who attends the church service every Sunday without fail.
Visual representation of "calvinist" - A follower of the Christian teachings of John Calvin, a Protestant leader in the 16th century.

Often appears as...

  • strict calvinist
  • calvinist teachings

Usage tips

Religious

adjective

Relating to the protestant theological system of John Calvin and his successors.

She has Calvinist beliefs due to her upbringing.
Visual representation of "calvinist" - Relating to the protestant theological system of John Calvin and his successors.

Often appears as...

  • calvinist theology
  • calvinist doctrine

Usage tips

Religious

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Historical Roots

Understand that 'Calvinist' originates from historical religious reform and may imply strictness in faith.

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His Calvinist devotion to work ethic is evident in his dedication.
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Cultural Perception

In some cultures, being a Calvinist might be seen as conservative or traditional in religious practices.

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As a Calvinist, she follows a conservative dress code.
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Social Context

The term may not be well-known outside Christian communities, so explain it when used among diverse groups.

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I'm a Calvinist, which means I follow the teachings of 16th-century reformer John Calvin.
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Historical Roots

Understand that 'Calvinist' originates from historical religious reform and may imply strictness in faith.

Illustration for Historical Roots
His Calvinist devotion to work ethic is evident in his dedication.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Cultural Perception

In some cultures, being a Calvinist might be seen as conservative or traditional in religious practices.

Illustration for Cultural Perception
As a Calvinist, she follows a conservative dress code.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Social Context

The term may not be well-known outside Christian communities, so explain it when used among diverse groups.

Illustration for Social Context
I'm a Calvinist, which means I follow the teachings of 16th-century reformer John Calvin.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Historical Roots

Understand that 'Calvinist' originates from historical religious reform and may imply strictness in faith.

Illustration for Historical Roots
His Calvinist devotion to work ethic is evident in his dedication.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Cultural Perception

In some cultures, being a Calvinist might be seen as conservative or traditional in religious practices.

Illustration for Cultural Perception
As a Calvinist, she follows a conservative dress code.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Social Context

The term may not be well-known outside Christian communities, so explain it when used among diverse groups.

Illustration for Social Context
I'm a Calvinist, which means I follow the teachings of 16th-century reformer John Calvin.
Visual representation of the word "Calvinist"

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he was mesmerized by hundreds of people in the water, children, women, men, surfing naked. Calvinist missionaries arrive and they're scandalized by it. It becomes an illegal activity. It becomes counterculture.

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he was mesmerized by hundreds of people in the water, children, women, men, surfing naked. Calvinist missionaries arrive and they're scandalized by it. It becomes an illegal activity. It becomes counterculture.

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J. M. Coetzee

South African Author

Islamic fundamentalism in its activist manifestation is bad news. Religious fundamentalism in general is bad news. We know about religious fundamentalism in South Africa. Calvinist fundamentalism has been an unmitigated force of benightedness in our history.
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J. M. Coetzee

South African Author

Islamic fundamentalism in its activist manifestation is bad news. Religious fundamentalism in general is bad news. We know about religious fundamentalism in South Africa. Calvinist fundamentalism has been an unmitigated force of benightedness in our history.
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