Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
boanerges
noun
/boʊˈænərdʒɪz/
Definition
A term referring to a person who is a strong or powerful speaker, often used in a religious context.
Examples
- John and James were often referred to as Boanerges due to their fervent preaching.
- Her boanerges style captivated the audience during her lecture.
Meaning
The word is derived from Aramaic and denotes the ‘sons of thunder’, often used to describe someone who speaks with great force or passion.
Synonyms
- orator
- preacher
- evangelist
- rhetorician
