theologian

[thee-uh-loh-juhn, -jee-uhn] / ˌθi əˈloʊ dʒən, -dʒi ən /

NOUN

clergyperson

Synonyms

STRONGEST

clergy cleric philosopher scholar

STRONG

curate divine ecclesiastic

Example Sentences

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It’s one of the many issues he addresses in “Conversations on Faith,” written by Mr. Scorsese and Antonio Spadaro, an Italian Jesuit, theologian and essayist.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Chakwera was an Assemblies of God theologian before entering politics, and Sekeya, who describes himself as a prophet, warned anyone going after the former president not to expect help from above.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 13, 2026

I am not a theologian, nor am I trained in pastoral care or spiritual counseling.

From Salon • Aug. 28, 2025

Liz Theoharis is a theologian, ordained minister and anti-poverty activist.

From Salon • Jul. 21, 2025

Father Russell had smiled and said I was a bom theologian but didn’t answer my question.

From "The London Eye Mystery" by Siobhan Dowd