Moonie

/ˈmuːni/
noun

A follower of the Unification Church, a religious group originating from South Korea.

She became a Moonie in her teenage years but left the church later.
Visual representation of "moonie" - A follower of the Unification Church, a religious group originating from South Korea.

Often appears as...

  • become a moonie
  • leave the moonies
noun

Informal and slightly derogatory term for a person who is considered overly enthusiastic or obsessed with something to a point where it influences their behavior significantly.

He's such a running moonie, he never misses a day of training!
Visual representation of "moonie" - Informal and slightly derogatory term for a person who is considered overly enthusiastic or obsessed with something to a point where it influences their behavior significantly.

Often appears as...

  • such a moonie
  • running moonie

Usage tips

Informal, Disapproving

Colloquial

noun

A follower of the Unification Church, a religious group originating from South Korea.

She became a Moonie in her teenage years but left the church later.
Visual representation of "moonie" - A follower of the Unification Church, a religious group originating from South Korea.

Often appears as...

  • become a moonie
  • leave the moonies
noun

Informal and slightly derogatory term for a person who is considered overly enthusiastic or obsessed with something to a point where it influences their behavior significantly.

He's such a running moonie, he never misses a day of training!
Visual representation of "moonie" - Informal and slightly derogatory term for a person who is considered overly enthusiastic or obsessed with something to a point where it influences their behavior significantly.

Often appears as...

  • such a moonie
  • running moonie

Usage tips

Informal, Disapproving

Colloquial

Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "moonie"
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Specific Group

Used to identify members of the Unification Church exclusively.

Illustration for Specific Group
Moonies gathered for their annual festival.
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Potentially Insensitive

May be seen as disrespectful; use with caution to avoid offending believers.

Illustration for Potentially Insensitive
He didn't realize calling her a Moonie was impolite.
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Cultural Context

Understanding the Unification Church's beliefs can clarify the term's usage.

Illustration for Cultural Context
The Moonie wedding ceremony is quite unique.
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Specific Group

Used to identify members of the Unification Church exclusively.

Illustration for Specific Group
Moonies gathered for their annual festival.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Potentially Insensitive

May be seen as disrespectful; use with caution to avoid offending believers.

Illustration for Potentially Insensitive
He didn't realize calling her a Moonie was impolite.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Cultural Context

Understanding the Unification Church's beliefs can clarify the term's usage.

Illustration for Cultural Context
The Moonie wedding ceremony is quite unique.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Specific Group

Used to identify members of the Unification Church exclusively.

Illustration for Specific Group
Moonies gathered for their annual festival.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Potentially Insensitive

May be seen as disrespectful; use with caution to avoid offending believers.

Illustration for Potentially Insensitive
He didn't realize calling her a Moonie was impolite.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Cultural Context

Understanding the Unification Church's beliefs can clarify the term's usage.

Illustration for Cultural Context
The Moonie wedding ceremony is quite unique.
Visual representation of the word "Moonie"

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