Advent (Noun)

Meaning ¹

(Christian theology) the reappearance of Jesus as judge for the Last Judgment.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural events.

Examples

• The Christian concept of advent refers to the second coming of Jesus Christ, which is believed to occur at the end of time.
• The advent of Jesus is seen as a time of reckoning, when all souls will be judged according to their deeds.
• Many Christians believe that the advent will be preceded by a period of great turmoil and upheaval.
• The Bible describes the advent as a time of great glory, when Jesus will return in power and majesty.
• The advent is often seen as a time of hope and redemption for believers, who will be reunited with God in heaven.

Synonyms

• Second Coming Of Christ
• Second Advent
• Parousia
• Second Coming

Meaning ²

Arrival that has been awaited (especially of something momentous); "the advent of the computer".

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

• Coming

Hypernyms

• Reaching

Meaning ³

The season including the four Sundays preceding Christmas.

Classification

Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.