Denominationalist

/ˌdɛnəmɪˈneɪʃənəlɪst/ noun

Definition

A person who advocates for or practices denominationalism; someone who emphasizes denominational distinctions in religion.

Etymology

From 'denominationalism' + '-ist' suffix (indicating a person who practices or advocates an ideology). Created in the 19th century alongside the noun denominationalism.

Kelly Says

A denominationalist believes your specific denomination matters most, while ecumenical leaders try to minimize these differences—it's the difference between 'my church is uniquely right' and 'we're all seeking truth'!

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