1. relating to or being in agreement with the Christian gospel especially as it appears in the four Gospels
Usage: religious
2. of, relating to, or being a Protestant church emphasizing the authority of Scripture and the importance of personal conversion
Usage: religious
3. marked by ardent or zealous enthusiasm for a cause

1. a member of an evangelical Protestant church
Usage: religious

Examples

• The evangelical church emphasized Bible study and personal faith.
• She attended an evangelical seminary to prepare for ministry.
• The politician courted evangelical voters during the campaign.
• He became an evangelical after his conversion experience.
• The evangelical movement grew rapidly in the 20th century.
• She had an evangelical zeal for environmental protection.
• The evangelical community organized a prayer rally.
• Many evangelicals believe in the literal interpretation of Scripture.