Scriptural

B2 8+

Pronunciation: /ˈskrɪptʃərəl/

Definitions of scriptural

adjective relating to or in accordance with scripture; biblical

Example Sentences

A1 The children's book contained simple scriptural stories.

A2 The priest taught the congregation about scriptural teachings.

B1 The professor referenced scriptural passages in his lecture.

B2 The scholar analyzed the scriptural texts from various perspectives.

C1 The theologian wrote a comprehensive analysis of scriptural interpretations.

C2 The debate on scriptural authenticity among scholars continues to this day.

Examples of scriptural in a Sentence

formal The scholar analyzed the scriptural texts to uncover their hidden meanings.

informal My grandmother always finds comfort in reading scriptural passages.

slang I don't really vibe with all that scriptural stuff, it's not my thing.

figurative The artist used the scriptural themes as inspiration for his latest masterpiece.

Grammatical Forms of scriptural

past tense

scripturalized

plural

scripturals

comparative

more scriptural

superlative

most scriptural

present tense

scripturalize

future tense

will scripturalize

perfect tense

have scripturalized

continuous tense

is scripturalizing

singular

scriptural

positive degree

scriptural

infinitive

to scripturalize

gerund

scripturalizing

participle

scripturalized

Origin and Evolution of scriptural

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'scriptural' originates from the Latin word 'scripturalis', which means 'pertaining to writing or scripture'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'scriptural' has come to be used specifically in reference to religious texts and teachings, reflecting its original meaning of relating to scripture.