| the series of religious revivals among Protestants in the American colonies, esp. in New England, lasting from about 1725 to 1770. |
| Main Entry: | Great Awakening |
| Part of Speech: | n |
| Definition: | a series of religious revivals among Protestants in the American colonies, from c 1725-1770 |
| Example: | The Great Awakening also resulted in an outburst of missionary activity among Native Americans. |