Manichaean (redirected from Manichaeans)

Man·i·chae·an or Man·i·che·an  (mn-kn) also Man·i·chee (mn-k)

n.

A believer in Manichaeism.

adj.

Of or relating to Manichaeism; dualistic.

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[From Middle English Maniche, from Late Latin Manichaeus, from Late Greek Manikhaios, from Manikhaios, Manes, the founder of the philosophy.]

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Manichaean, Manichean [ˌmænɪˈkiːən]

adj

1. (Non-Christian Religions / Other Non-Christian Religions) of or relating to Manichaeism

2. (Christian Religious Writings / Theology) Chiefly RC Church involving a radical dualism

n

(Non-Christian Religions / Other Non-Christian Religions) an adherent of Manichaeism

Thesaurus

Noun	1.	Manichaean - an adherent of Manichaeism Manichean, Manichee adherent, disciple - someone who believes and helps to spread the doctrine of another
Adj.	1.	Manichaean - of or relating to the philosophical doctrine of dualism; "a Manichaean conflict between good and evil" dualistic
	2.	Manichaean - of or relating to Manichaeism Manichean, Manichee

Translations

Manichaean Manichean [ˌmænɪˈkiːən]

A. ADJ → maniqueo

B. N → maniqueo/a m/f