What does ecclesiastic mean?
Ecclesiastic means Of or pertaining to the church; ecclesiastical..
Ecclesiastic
/ɪˌkliː.ziˈæs.tɪk/ · adjective
Meaning
Of or pertaining to the church; ecclesiastical..
Definitions by Sense
- Of or pertaining to the church; ecclesiastical.
- A cleric, especially one in a Christian church.
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Synonyms for ecclesiastic
Antonyms for ecclesiastic
Related Words
Word Forms
- more ecclesiastic
- most ecclesiastic
- ecclesiastick
- ecclesiastics
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for ecclesiastic?
Common synonyms include churchical, churchlike, ecclesial, churchish.
What is the opposite of ecclesiastic?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use ecclesiastic in a sentence?
Use ecclesiastic where its definition matches the intended context.
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