archbishop Synonyms
archbishop Meaning
archbishop (n)
a bishop of highest rank
archbishop (n.)
A chief bishop; a church dignitary of the first class (often called a metropolitan or primate) who superintends the conduct of the suffragan bishops in his province, and also exercises episcopal authority in his own diocese.
archbishop Sentence Examples
- The archbishop led the congregation in prayer during the Sunday service.
- As the archbishop of the diocese, he presided over the ordination ceremony.
- The archbishop wore a ceremonial robe adorned with symbols of his office.
- The archbishop's residence served as the official headquarters of the local church hierarchy.
- Pilgrims traveled from far and wide to receive a blessing from the archbishop.
- The archbishop delivered a sermon on forgiveness and compassion to the gathered faithful.
- The appointment of a new archbishop was met with anticipation and excitement.
- The archbishop convened a council of clergy to address issues facing the community.
- The archbishop's pastoral letter urged unity and solidarity among the faithful.
- The archbishop's visit to the hospital brought comfort to patients and staff alike.
FAQs About the word archbishop
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layman,layman, layperson, secular, layperson, secular,, lector, lay reader, lector
The archbishop led the congregation in prayer during the Sunday service.
As the archbishop of the diocese, he presided over the ordination ceremony.
The archbishop wore a ceremonial robe adorned with symbols of his office.
The archbishop's residence served as the official headquarters of the local church hierarchy.
