ecclesiastic

The word “ecclesiastic” has 5 syllables: ec-cle-si-as-tic

It's pronounced as /ɪˌkliːziˈæstɪk/


What is synonym and antonym for ecclesiastic?

In the thesaurus, “ecclesiastic” has 77 synonyms and 13 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for ecclesiastic along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for ecclesiastic

Antonyms for ecclesiastic

  • lay
  • lay reader
  • layman
  • layperson
  • lector
  • nonchurch
  • nonclerical
  • nondenominational
  • nonecclesiastical
  • nonsectarian
  • profane
  • secular
  • temporal

Meanings of ecclesiastic

  • noun
    1. A cleric.
  • adjective
    1. Of or pertaining to the church; ecclesiastical.

Example Sentences

  • The ecclesiastic hierarchy oversees the administration of religious affairs within the denomination.
  • The ecclesiastic robes worn by the clergy symbolize their dedication to serving their faith community.
  • As an ecclesiastic scholar, he dedicated his life to studying the history and theology of the church.
  • The ecclesiastic council convened to address matters of doctrine and discipline within the church.
  • The ecclesiastic authority's decision was met with both praise and criticism from the congregation.

On this page you'll find 90 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to ecclesiastic, such as: Holy Joe, abbot, apostolic, archbishop, archpriest, bishop, blessed.

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abbots

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  • priests
  • rectors
  • religious
  • reverends
  • revivalists
  • shepherds
  • sky pilots
  • vicars

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