Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

predicant

noun
/ˈprɛdɪkənt/
Definition
A person who delivers a sermon or religious discourse.
Examples
  • The predicant captivated the congregation with his powerful sermon.
  • Many predicants also engage in community service to put their teachings into practice.
Meaning
The term refers to someone who preaches, often in a religious context, and conveys messages or teachings, typically from a sacred text.
Synonyms
  • preacher
  • minister
  • evangelist
  • sermonizer