zealot

noun (a zealot, zealots)

«zealot» in the English dictionary: everyday — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

A zealot is a person who is too strong and fierce in their beliefs, especially in religion or politics. tree →
(Bible, history) The Zealots were a group of Jewish people in the time of Jesus who fought against Roman rule. tree →

In the lessons

In history and church lessons, the Zealots opposed the Romans; one of Jesus's disciples was called Simon the Zealot. In news, a zealot is someone extreme. Phrases: a religious zealot, Simon the Zealot.

Examples

The zealot shouted at everyone who disagreed. tree →
Simon the Zealot was one of Jesus's twelve apostles. tree →
Zealots can be dangerous when they refuse to listen. tree →
He is a zealot about tidiness. tree →
The Zealots fought against Rome. tree →
Don't be a zealot; listen to others. tree →

Note

Countable. Noun: zeal (strong enthusiasm); adjective: zealous. Pronounced ZEL-ut.

On Mova

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