missionary

Definition

  • n. someone who attempts to convert others to a particular doctrine or program
  • n. someone sent on a mission--especially a religious or charitable mission to a foreign country
  • adj. relating to or connected to a religious mission

Word forms

Plural
missionaries

Example sentences

  1. n.

    The missionary traveled to remote villages to share his faith and help the community.

  2. a.

    The missionary work in that region has led to many positive changes in the local culture.