abbess
The word “abbess” has 2 syllables: ab-bess
It's pronounced as /ˈæbɪs/
What is synonym and antonym for abbess?
In the thesaurus, “abbess” has 76 synonyms and 6 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for abbess along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for abbess
- Holy Joe
- Holy Mother
- Reverend Mother
- abbot
- anchoress
- anchorite
- ancress
- archbishop
- archpriest
- bishop
- canoness
- cardinal
- chaplain
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- clergywoman
- cleric
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- friar
- hierarch
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- high priestess
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- missionary
- missioner
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- monastic
- monk
- monsignor
- mother superior
- novice
- nun
- oblate
- padre
- parson
- pastor
- pope
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- preacher
- prelate
- presbyter
- priestess
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- rector
- religious
- religious woman
- reverend
- reverend mother
- revivalist
- shepherd
- sister
- sky pilot
- superior
- superioress
- vestal
- vicar
- votary
Antonyms for abbess
- lay reader
- layman
- layperson
- lector
- monk
- secular
Meanings of abbess
- noun
- A female superior or governess of a nunnery, or convent of nuns, having the same authority over the nuns which the abbots have over the monks.
- (British slang) A woman who runs a brothel; a woman employed by a prostitute to find clients.
Example Sentences
- The abbess led the convent with grace and wisdom.
- The young novices sought guidance from the experienced abbess.
- The peaceful atmosphere of the monastery reflected the serenity cultivated by the wise abbess.
- The community held great respect for their beloved abbess.
- In times of uncertainty, the abbess provided solace and counsel to her sisters.
On this page you'll find 82 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to abbess, such as: Holy Joe, Holy Mother, Reverend Mother, abbot, anchoress, anchorite, ancress.
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