Definition

A person who believes in the idea that a significant period of peace and happiness will occur in the future, often associated with religious beliefs about the end of the world.

Example

Many millennialists are hopeful about the future and believe in a coming age of peace.

Conversation

Have you ever met a real millennialist?

No, I haven't. What do they believe?

They believe in a transformative period of peace and happiness, usually after a significant event.

That sounds interesting! I’d love to learn more about their perspective.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Millennialist → It is formed from "millennium" (from Latin *mille*, meaning thousand, and *annus*, meaning year) and "-ist" (meaning one who practices or believes in). The term refers to someone who believes in a thousand-year reign or period, often in a religious context.

Memory Tip

Think of 'millennium' as a period of a thousand years, and '-ist' as someone who believes in or follows that idea. This helps you remember that a millennialist is someone who believes in a thousand-year reign.

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