Etymology

1. apostolic

adjective. ['ˌæpɔˈstɔlɪk'] of or relating to or deriving from the Apostles or their teachings.

Etymology

  • apostolicus (Latin)
  • ἀποστολικός (Ancient Greek (to 1453))

2. apostolic

adjective. ['ˌæpɔˈstɔlɪk'] proceeding from or ordered by or subject to a pope or the papacy regarded as the successor of the Apostles.

Synonyms

Etymology

  • apostolicus (Latin)
  • ἀποστολικός (Ancient Greek (to 1453))