flagellant

Speech parts

1. flagellant - Noun

2. flagellant - Adjective

Meaning

One of a fanatical sect which flourished in Europe in the 13th and 14th centuries, and maintained that flagellation was of equal virtue with baptism and the sacrament; -- called also disciplinant.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

puritan dervish coachman fakir yogi penitent incentive spur austere strap hermit scourge lash thong mendicant
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Antonyms

sadist

Hypernyms

penitent masochist

Examples

The Highwayman and Flagellant are useful in countering the Baron, and the boss himself has a large health pool, so making sure not to get overwhelmed by summoned enemies is a must. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

flagbearership flagecidin flagella flagellantism flagellar flagellar apparatus