adjective
messianic
mess-ee-AN-ik/ˌmesiˈænɪk/
Concerning an expected figure who will bring salvation.
The community's messianic hopes center on a savior who brings peace.
Etymology
The adjective refers to the Messiah, whose title means “anointed one” and came to designate an expected deliverer. Its connection with promised rescue supports its use for savior figures and fervent hopes of deliverance.
In context
were well aware of messianic expectations of the Jews they knew the Jews were waiting on what they perceived to be a promised deliverer who would conquer the Romans and drive them out
More examples
- These ancient poems express a messianic longing for deliverance.
- The scholar compares messianic prophecies from several religious traditions.
- His messianic zeal convinces him that he alone can save humanity.
Forms
messianic
messiah noun — An expected or promised saving figure.