quakeress
Definition
Noun:
A "quakeress" is a female member of the Religious Society of Friends, a Christian group commonly known as Quakers. The term is historical and refers specifically to a woman who adheres to the Quaker faith, characterized by pacifism, simplicity, and silent worship.
Usage Examples
- (A female Quaker participating in religious discussion.)
- (A historical female Quaker martyr.)
Advanced Usage
- "Quakeress" is largely archaic and may carry a respectful or formal tone when used in historical or literary contexts.
- It is often found in historical records or texts about early Quaker communities, where gender distinctions were noted.
Variants and Related Words
- Quaker (n): a member of the Religious Society of Friends (gender-neutral).
- The Quaker community valued equality and nonviolence.
- Quakerism (n): the religious beliefs and practices of the Quakers.
- Quakerism emphasizes inner light and direct experience of God.
Synonyms
- Female Friend: a term used within the Quaker community to refer to a woman member.
- Sister in the faith: a descriptive phrase for a female coreligionist in a Quaker context.
Related Idioms
- "Speak like a quakeress": an old-fashioned expression meaning to speak plainly and without ornament, reflecting Quaker simplicity.
- She answered with the directness of a quakeress, leaving no room for doubt. (She spoke plainly and honestly.)