biblicist

adj, noun — 3 senses

biblicist

adj

Etymology Originated 1830–40 from Medieval Latin biblicus (Biblical) + -ist.

1

Of, relating to, or characteristic of biblicism.

Synonyms: biblicistic
Antonyms: secularist

biblicist

noun

Etymology Originated 1830–40 from Medieval Latin biblicus (Biblical) + -ist.

1

A Biblical scholar or expert (Bible scholar or expert).

2

One who interprets the Bible literally.

Synonyms: biblist

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