Meaning & use
apostle
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An enthusiastic early supporter or advocate of a cause or belief, or, in Christianity, one of the twelve original disciples of Jesus sent to spread his teachings.
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She became an outspoken apostle of renewable energy in her community.
The church displayed paintings depicting each of the twelve apostles.
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Beyond its religious meaning, apostle is commonly used figuratively for a passionate promoter of an idea, movement, or cause.
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