laity

The word “laity” has 2 syllables: lai-ty

It's pronounced as /ˈleɪ.ɪ.ti/


What is synonym and antonym for laity?

In the thesaurus, “laity” has 13 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for laity along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for laity

  • assembly
  • church
  • communion
  • confession
  • congregation
  • denomination
  • flock
  • fold
  • laymen
  • laypeople
  • laywomen
  • parish
  • sect

Meanings of laity

  • noun
    1. People of a church who are not ordained clergy or clerics.
    2. The common man or woman.
    3. The unlearned, untrained or ignorant.

Example Sentences

  • Laity members actively participate in church activities and outreach programs.
  • The priest emphasized the importance of involving the laity in decision-making processes.
  • Laity often volunteer their time to support various charitable initiatives.
  • The conference focused on empowering the laity to take on leadership roles within the church.
  • The role of the laity is essential in fostering a sense of community within the congregation.

On this page you'll find 13 synonyms or another words to laity, such as: assembly, church, communion, confession, congregation, denomination, flock.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

Related Words

parish

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  • assembly
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  • church
  • churchgoers
  • communion
  • community
  • confession
  • congregation
  • denomination
  • flock
  • fold
  • laity
  • parishioners
  • sect
  • territory

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