Correligionist

/ˌkɒrɪˈlɪdʒənɪst/ noun

Definition

A person who shares the same religion or faith with another person.

Etymology

From Latin cor- (with, together) and religionist (a person devoted to a religion). Emerged in English in the 17th-18th centuries as denominations multiplied and people needed words for shared faith.

Kelly Says

Correligionist is a beautiful word that acknowledges we're part of communities defined by belief—it's the opposite of being alone in faith, showing how religion has always been about finding your people.

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