Messiah

usgb/məˈsaɪə/
noun

A leader or savior of a particular group or cause, often in religion.

Many believe Jesus Christ is the Messiah who was prophesied in the bible.
Visual representation of "messiah" - A leader or savior of a particular group or cause, often in religion

Often appears as...

  • the messiah
  • jesus the messiah

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Religious

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Religious Origin

Originally used for religious saviors, it carries a strong spiritual connotation.

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Some regard Mother Teresa as a messiah for her humanitarian work.
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Non-Literal Use

Can be used metaphorically in modern contexts to represent someone who brings change.

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The new mayor was hailed as the messiah of the city's development.
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High Expectations

Implies a person has a challenging role with expectations to solve problems.

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The employees saw the new manager as the messiah to save the company.
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