First Known Use: circa 1834
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messianic
adjective mes·si·an·ic \ˌme-sē-ˈa-nik\
: relating to or having the qualities of a messiah
: supporting a social, political, or religious cause or set of beliefs with great enthusiasm and energy
Full Definition of MESSIANIC
1
: of or relating to a messiah
2
: marked by idealism and an aggressive crusading spirit <messianic zeal>
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Origin of MESSIANIC
probably from French messianique, from messianisme
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