What is another word for huguenot?

Pronunciation: [hjˈuːɡənˌɒt] (IPA)

Huguenot is a term used to refer to French Protestants who were active during the 16th and 17th centuries. Over time, several synonyms have been coined to describe these individuals. One of the most common is "French Calvinist," as they followed the teachings of John Calvin. Another synonym is "reformed church member," which highlights their rejection of Catholicism and adoption of Protestantism. "Hugon" and "Huguen" are also used in some literature as an informal way of referring to Huguenots. Finally, some historians also use the term "evangelical" to describe these early Protestants who faced immense persecution and religious intolerance.

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What are the hypernyms for Huguenot?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Huguenot?

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Usage examples for Huguenot

It was the huguenot that asked the question.
"Somehow Good"
William de Morgan
"Millais' huguenot" was complete.
"Somehow Good"
William de Morgan
A well-made, handsome man, with a bush of brown hair and a Raleigh beard, and a graceful woman suggesting her beauty through the clear moonlight-that was the implication of as much as he could see, as he drew the inference a word of soliloquy hinted at, "Not Millais' huguenot, so far!"
"Somehow Good"
William de Morgan

Related words: huguenot history, huguenot people, huguenot king, huguenot church, huguenot rebellion

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