churchgoer

noun

church·​go·​er ˈchərch-ˌgō-ər How to pronounce churchgoer (audio)
Synonyms of churchgoernext
: one who habitually attends church
churchgoing
ˈchərch-ˌgō-iŋ How to pronounce churchgoer (audio)
-ˌgȯ(-)iŋ
adjective or noun

Examples of churchgoer in a Sentence

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In the Middle Ages, local churchgoers whispered of clannish Jews poisoning wells to kill Christian children and steal their blood for their rituals. Mike Rothschild, Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026 Faith amid the dip While some churchgoers puzzle over what to make of crypto, Renee has found that at least one pulpit is welcoming. Bracey Harris, NBC news, 28 Mar. 2026 Over the years, Darron Edwards’ south Kansas City congregation has made sure students have clean clothes and school supplies, distributed food to stave off hunger among those in need and provided mental health resources to churchgoers. Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 4 Mar. 2026 The mother of three was first discovered missing when a fellow churchgoer missed her at morning services. Edward Segarra, USA Today, 11 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for churchgoer

Word History

First Known Use

1598, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of churchgoer was in 1598

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“Churchgoer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/churchgoer. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.

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