deacons
The word “deacons” has 2 syllables: dea-cons
It's pronounced as /ˈdiː.kənz/
What is synonym and antonym for deacons?
In the thesaurus, “deacons” has 2 synonyms and 4 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for deacons along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for deacons
- preachers
- priests
Antonyms for deacons
- laymen
- laypeople
- secular
- seculars
Meanings of deacons
- noun
- (Church history) A designated minister of charity in the early Church (see Acts 6:1-6).
- (Orthodoxy and Roman Catholicism) A clergyman ranked directly below a priest, with duties of helping the priests and carrying out parish work.
- Free Churches: A lay leader of a congregation who assists the pastor.
- Anglicanism: An ordained clergyman usually serving a year prior to being ordained presbyter, though in some cases they remain a permanent deacon.
- Methodism: A separate office from that of minister, neither leading to the other; instead there is a permanent deaconate.
- A junior lodge officer.
- The lowest office in the Aaronic priesthood, generally held by 12 or 13 year old boys or recent converts.
- (animal husbandry) A male calf of a dairy breed, so called because they are usually deaconed (see below).
- The chairman of an incorporated company.
Example Sentences
- The deacons helped distribute food to the homeless shelter every Saturday.
- During the church service, the deacons assisted the pastor in administering communion.
- Deacons play a crucial role in supporting the spiritual needs of the congregation.
- In some traditions, deacons are responsible for maintaining the church buildings and grounds.
- The deacons met regularly to discuss ways to enhance community outreach programs.
On this page you'll find 6 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to deacons, such as: laymen, laypeople, preachers, priests, secular, seculars.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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