Homoousian

Pronunciation

• IPA: /hÉ’məʊˈuːzɪən/

Origin

From Ancient Greek ὁμοούσιος, from ὁμο ("same") + ουσία ("essence").

Full definition of homoousian

Adjective

1. Having the same essence or substance, especially with reference to the first and second persons of the Trinity

Noun

1. (historical) One of those, in the 4th century, who accepted the Nicene Creed and maintained that the Son had the same essence or substance with the Father.

Antonyms

• homoiousian