missionary

1 of 2noun

/ˈmɪ.ʃə.ˌnɛ.ri/

Forms:missionaries

someone who is sent to a foreign country to teach and talk about religion, particularly to persuade others to become a member of the Christian Church

The missionary spent years in remote villages, sharing the teachings of Christianity with the local people.
She felt a calling to become a missionary and spread her faith in underserved regions of the world.
The missionary built schools and clinics as part of his efforts to improve the lives of those he served.
During his time abroad, the missionary learned the local language to better communicate with the community.
The church raised funds to support the missionary in his work across different countries.

Synonyms:

someone who aggressively promotes or imposes their religious beliefs on others, often without sensitivity to cultural or personal differences

The missionary's approach was seen as insensitive and colonialist by the local community.
The missionary's attempts to convert the indigenous population were met with skepticism and resistance.
He was labeled a missionary by his critics for his condescending attitude towards local traditions.
The missionary's insistence on converting others created tension within the community.