Definition

A person who is a member of a seminar or a student training to become a priest at a religious school.

Example

The seminarist attended classes on theology and ethics to prepare for his future role in the church.

Conversation

Did you know that my brother is training to be a seminarist?

Really? That's interesting! How long will he be in training?

He'll be at the seminary for about four years.

That's quite a commitment, but I admire his dedication.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Seminarist** → It is formed from "seminarium" (from Latin, meaning seed or seedbed) and "-ist" (meaning one who practices or is associated with). A seminarist is someone who is associated with a seminary, a place for training in religious or theological studies, akin to a seedbed for growing knowledge.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'seedbed' ('seminarium') where knowledge is nurtured, and remember that a seminarist is someone who grows in their understanding of theology.

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