<p><strong>Noun:</strong></p><ul><li>the teachings of Jesus and the apostles; the Christian revelation.</li><li>the story of Christ's life and teachings, especially as contained in the first four books of the New Testament, namely Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.</li><li>(usually initial capital letter) any of these four books.</li><li>something regarded as true and implicitly believed: to take his report for gospel.</li><li>a doctrine regarded as of prime importance: political gospel.</li><li>glad tidings, especially concerning salvation and the kingdom of God as announced to the world by Christ.</li><li>(often initial capital letter) Ecclesiastical. an extract from one of the four Gospels, forming part of the Eucharistic service in certain churches.</li><li>gospel music.</li></ul><p><strong>Adjective:</strong></p><ul><li>of, relating to, or proclaiming the gospel or its teachings: a gospel preacher.</li><li>in accordance with the gospel; evangelical.</li><li>of or relating to gospel music: a gospel singer.</li></ul>