biblical

adjective

Of or relating to the Bible.

In accordance with the teachings of the Bible (according to some interpretation of it).

(figurative) Very great; especially, exceeding previous records in scale.

Alternative letter-case form of biblical. [Of or relating to the Bible.]

Roots

biblionbibl- · Greek · book

Synonyms for biblical

scripturaladj propheticadj textuaryadj evangelicadj apocalypticadj

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