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ecumenical

[/ˌɛkjuˈmɛnɪkəl/]
adjective
ecumênico
1. Relating to or representing the whole of the Christian church or the promotion of unity among Christian churches
The ecumenical council brought together bishops from different Christian denominations.
O concílio ecumênico reuniu bispos de diferentes denominações cristãs.
2. Promoting unity and cooperation among different groups, religions, or cultures
The organization promotes ecumenical dialogue between various faith communities.
A organização promove diálogo ecumênico entre várias comunidades de fé.
3. Universal or worldwide in scope or application
The conference had an ecumenical appeal that attracted participants from around the globe.
A conferência tinha um apelo ecumênico que atraiu participantes de todo o mundo.
Synonyms
universalinterfaithinclusivecatholic
Antonyms
sectariandenominationalexclusiveparochial

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ecumênico
Standard usage in religious and academic contexts
Portugal
ecuménico
Preferred spelling in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

ecumenical movement - movimento ecumênico
ecumenical council - concílio ecumênico
ecumenical dialogue - diálogo ecumênico
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