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disciple

[/dɪˈsaɪpəl/]
nounmasculine/femininepl: disciples
discípulo
1. A follower or student of a teacher, leader, or philosopher
Jesus had twelve disciples who followed him throughout his ministry.
Jesus tinha doze discípulos que o seguiam durante seu ministério.
2. A person who accepts and follows the teachings of another
She became a devoted disciple of the renowned artist.
Ela se tornou uma devota discípula do artista renomado.
3. One of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ
The disciples gathered in Jerusalem after the crucifixion.
Os discípulos se reuniram em Jerusalém após a crucificação.
Synonyms
followerstudentpupiladherentdevoteeapprentice
Antonyms
masterteacherleadermentor

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
discípulo
Standard term used across Brazil
Portugal
discípulo
Same as Brazilian Portuguese, formal and religious contexts
Brazil
seguidor
Modern alternative meaning 'follower'

Related Idioms & Phrases

a disciple of someone - a devoted follower of a person's teachings or philosophy
the twelve disciples - referring to Jesus's apostles
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