evangelist
Translation
evangelist, preacher
Examples
The evangelist preached to a large crowd.
The evangelist preached to a large crowd.
He is an evangelist for new technology.
He is an evangelist for new technology.
Grammar Patterns
an evangelist ((for sth.)) a zealous advocate of (sth.) He is an evangelist for new technology.
Similar Words
Synonyms: preacher, missionary, promoter, advocate
Etymology
From Greek 'euangelistes' (bringer of good news), from 'eu-' (good) + 'angelos' (messenger) + '-istes' (agent suffix).
Memory Tips
An evangelist is a person ('-ist') who spreads the 'evangel' (good news).