messiah
/məˈsaɪə/
noun
- A promised or expected savior or liberator in various religions, especially Judaism and Christianity.
- Christians believe Jesus is the Messiah who came to save humanity.
- In Jewish tradition, the Messiah is a future leader who will bring peace.
- The prophecy spoke of a Messiah who would restore the kingdom.
- A person who is regarded as a savior or liberator in a non-religious context, often bringing hope or change.
- Some fans treat the rock star like a messiah, expecting him to solve all their problems.
- The new leader was hailed as a messiah of economic reform.
- Many saw the activist as a messiah for the poor and oppressed.