1. a person who advocates for or works toward unity among different Christian churches or religions
Usage: often used in religious or interfaith contexts

Examples

• The bishop was known as an ecumenist who promoted dialogue between Catholic and Protestant communities.
• As an ecumenist, she dedicated her career to building bridges between different faith traditions.
• The conference brought together ecumenists from around the world to discuss religious cooperation.
• His ecumenist approach helped reduce tensions among the various churches in the region.
• Many ecumenists believe that shared values can unite people across denominational lines.