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MISSIONARY

(adj., noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Missionary.

How to pronounce missionary:

US

Missionary - as an adjective

Relating to or connected to a religious mission

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
missional11

Missionary - as a noun

Someone who attempts to convert others to a particular doctrine or program

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
instructor12teacher12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Someone sent on a mission--especially a religious or charitable mission to a foreign country

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
missioner11

Example Sentences

"The missionary traveled to Africa to spread the teachings of Christianity."
"My cousin decided to become a missionary and work in an orphanage in India."
"The missionary learned the local language in order to communicate with the indigenous people."
"The missionary helped build a school in the remote village."
"She devoted her life to being a missionary and serving others."
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Word Game Points

Is MISSIONARY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, missionary is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

MISSIONARY has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is MISSIONARY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, missionary is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MISSIONARY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is MISSIONARY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, missionary is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MISSIONARY has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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