noun
- People who believe in premillennialism, the Christian theological doctrine that Christ will return to Earth before a thousand-year period of peace and righteousness.
Usage: plural form; religious/theological term; often capitalized in formal religious contexts
Examples
- Many premillennials interpret biblical prophecies as predicting Christ's imminent return.
- Premillennials and postmillennials have debated eschatological doctrine for centuries.
- The church's theology attracted both premillennials and other Christian denominations.
- Premillennials often emphasize the signs of the end times in their preaching.
- During the 19th century, premillennials formed several missionary movements based on their beliefs.