Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

co-religionist

noun

/ˌkəʊ rɪˈlɪdʒ.ən.ɪst/

Definition

A person who shares the same religious beliefs as another, often used to describe a fellow member of a religious community.

Examples

He felt an instant connection with his co-religionists at the conference.
The charity event was organized by co-religionists to support their local community.
Many co-religionists came together to celebrate their shared beliefs during the festival.

Meaning

Co-religionist refers to someone who practices the same religion as another individual or group. It is commonly used to denote solidarity and unity in faith among members of a religious group.