1. relating to or believing in chiliasm, the doctrine that Christ will reign on earth for a thousand years
Usage: theological; formal

Examples

• The early Christian community held chiliastic beliefs about Christ’s return.
• His chiliastic interpretation of scripture emphasized the literal thousand-year reign.
• The sect’s chiliastic doctrine attracted many followers in the second century.
• Medieval chiliastic movements often predicted the imminent end times.
• The theologian rejected chiliastic views in favor of symbolic interpretation.
• Chiliastic expectations influenced many religious communities throughout history.