Dictionary Entry
ecumenical
Part of SpeechadjectivePronunciation/ˌiːk.jʊˈmɛ.nɪ.kəl/Word FrequencyUncommon (3.86)Curriculum FrequencyLess common (1)Pertaining to the universal Church, representing the entire Christian world; interdenominational; sometimes by extension, interreligious.
In a Sentence
“The ecumenical movement aims to foster cooperation and understanding between different Christian denominations.”
Published Usage Examples
“It is not my use of the term ecumenical - I already admitted that I only used that term out of pure orneryness.”
“I think most people expect that Mr. Obama will be viewed in ecumenical circles as the most genuine, faithful candidate in the race.”
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Origin
From Greek 'oikoumenē' meaning 'the inhabited world'.
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