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Bapticostal

adj · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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adj

Meaning 1

Of, relating to, or characteristic of the blending of Baptist and charismatic theologies, especially acceptance of the charismatic gifts.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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adj

Meaning 2

Of, relating to, or characteristic of Baptist worship service similar to that of charismatic churches, especially in the use of high-tempo contemporary Christian music, raising of hands, and spontaneous shouts.

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Examples

  • "We tend to be a little Bapticostal where I go.--Mike Huckabee, December 17, 2007.

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History

Etymology

Blend of Baptist + Pentecostal.