What does episcopal mean?
Episcopal means Of or relating to the affairs of a bishop in various Christian churches..
Episcopal
/əˈpɪs.kə.pl̩/ · adjective
Meaning
Of or relating to the affairs of a bishop in various Christian churches..
Example Sentences
Inthronization, in ancient times, immediately succeeded the rite of consecration; the new bishop being honourably placed in his episcopal chair by the prelates assembled for his consecration.
Synonyms for episcopal
Antonyms for episcopal
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Word Forms
- more episcopal
- most episcopal
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for episcopal?
Common synonyms include episcopalian.
What is the opposite of episcopal?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use episcopal in a sentence?
Inthronization, in ancient times, immediately succeeded the rite of consecration; the new bishop being honourably placed in his episcopal chair by the prelates assembled for his consecration.
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