In a manner that opposes or goes against Christian teachings, beliefs, or values.
From anti- (against) + Christian + -ly (adverb suffix). The prefix anti- comes from Greek meaning 'against,' while Christian derives from Christ. The adverbial form emerged in religious discourse to describe actions contrary to Christian principles.
This word reveals how the printing press and religious debates created entirely new vocabulary—theologians needed precise language to criticize opposing views, so words like this flourished during the Reformation when people were arguing passionately about what Christianity really meant.
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