Calvinism

(-iz′əm)

noun

  1. Christian Theol. the doctrines of John Calvin and his followers, esp. the doctrine that the elect are predestined to salvation
  2. a set of religious practices and beliefs based on Calvin's teachings, often associated with a stern moral code

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See Calvinism in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun
The religious doctrines of John Calvin, emphasizing the omnipotence of God and the salvation of the elect by God's grace alone.

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  • Calˈvin·ist adjective & n.
  • Calˌvin·isˈtic adjective
  • Calˌvin·isˈti·cal·ly adverb

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