ecclesiastics

The word “ecclesiastics” has 5 syllables: ec-cle-si-as-tics

It's pronounced as /ɪˌkliːziˈæstɪks/

What is synonym and antonym for ecclesiastics?

In the thesaurus, “ecclesiastics” has 71 synonyms and 7 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for ecclesiastics

Holy Joes
abbots
archbishops
archpriests
bishops
canonicate
canonry
cardinalate
chaplains
churchmen
churchpersons
clergy
clergymen
clergypersons
clergywomen
clericals
clerics
clerks
conclave
confessors
curates
deaconesses
deaconry
deacons
deans
diaconate
diocesans
divines
dominies
evangelists
fathers
first estate
friars
high priestesses
high priests
holy order
mendicants
ministers
ministry
missionaries
missioners
missionizers
monastics
monks
monsignori
monsignors
oblates
padres
parsons
pastorate
pastors
popes
preachers
prelacy
prelates
presbyters
priestesses
priesthood
priests
rabbinate
rectors
religious
reverends
revivalists
shepherds
sky pilots
the cloth
the desk
the pulpit
vicarage
vicars

Antonyms for ecclesiastics

lay readers
laymen
laypeople
laypersons
lectors
secular
seculars

Meanings of ecclesiastics

noun
1. A cleric.
2. The field of study of the church.

Example Sentences

The ecclesiastics convened to discuss matters of doctrine and faith.
The medieval period saw a significant influence of ecclesiastics on political affairs.
Many historical documents shed light on the conflicts between secular rulers and ecclesiastics.
The ecclesiastics played a crucial role in shaping religious practices within the community.
Scholars often analyze the writings of prominent ecclesiastics to understand the intellectual currents of their time.

On this page you'll find 78 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to ecclesiastics, such as: Holy Joes, abbots, archbishops, archpriests, bishops, canonicate, canonry.

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