Cleric
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈklɛɹɪk/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cleric is a noun meaning A member of a clergy.
Meaning
A member of a clergy.
More Meanings
- (roleplaying games) A spellcaster class that receives their spells (especially healing) from their deity.
- (now uncommon) Of or pertaining to the clergy.
Example Sentences
Holonyms: clergy; see also Thesaurus:clergy
Word Forms
- clerics
Synonyms for cleric
Depending on context, synonyms include blackcoat, clerical, clergymember, clergyperson, black-collar, pastoral.
Antonyms for cleric
Common opposites include layperson.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include ecclesiastic, churchman, divine, clergy, clergyman, priest.
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