gospel

//ˈɡɒspəl//
B2Frequency Level 8Neutral
Visual representation of gospel

Noun

gospelSingular
gospelsPlural
1

The teachings of Jesus Christ and the apostles as contained in the first four books of the New Testament.

She spent years studying the gospel and its teachings.

2

Any of the first four books of the New Testament (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) that describe the life and teachings of Jesus.

The Gospel of Matthew is the first book of the New Testament.

3

Something accepted or believed as absolutely true.

She takes everything her teacher says as gospel.

4

A genre of religious music originating in African American churches, characterized by dominant vocals and strong rhythms.

The choir performed gospel at the Sunday service.

Adjective

gospelCanonical form
1

Relating to or denoting gospel music.

She joined a gospel choir at her local church.