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disciple

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Noun — Someone who follows and learns from a teacher or leader, especially a religious or philosophical one.

How to use disciple

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a disciple of devoted disciple disciple someone in the faith

Etymology

From Latin discipulus, "pupil, learner," via Old English and Old French — the same root that gives us "discipline."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “disciple” mean?

The word “disciple” means someone who follows and learns from a teacher or leader, especially a religious or philosophical one. In plain terms, a follower who learns from and looks up to a teacher or leader.

How do you pronounce “disciple”?

“Disciple” is pronounced dih-SEYE-puhl (/dɪˈsaɪ.pəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “disciple” in a sentence?

Here is “disciple” used in a sentence: “The twelve disciples travelled with Jesus and spread his teachings.”

What is another word for “disciple”?

Words with a similar meaning to “disciple” include student.

What part of speech is “disciple”?

Depending on how it is used, “disciple” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “disciple” come from?

The word “disciple” comes from Latin. From Latin discipulus, "pupil, learner," via Old English and Old French — the same root that gives us "discipline.".

Is “disciple” a common word?

“Disciple” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.

How many meanings does “disciple” have?

“Disciple” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: someone who follows and learns from a teacher or leader, especially a religious or philosophical one.

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