noun
- Members of the Episcopal Church, a Protestant denomination in the United States that is part of the Anglican Communion.
- Adherents of episcopalism, a form of church governance based on the authority of bishops.
Usage: Plural form; often capitalized; Refers to both the church body and its adherents
Usage: Broader historical or theological usage
Examples
- Many Episcopalians attend services at their local parish church.
- The Episcopalians in the community organized a charity drive.
- Episcopalians believe in the apostolic succession of bishops.
- She was raised as an Episcopalian and remained devoted to the faith.
- The conference brought together Episcopalians from across the country.
- Episcopalians and other Anglicans share similar liturgical traditions.