prelate Sentence Examples
- The prelate presided over the solemn mass with dignity and grace.
- The archbishop was a highly respected prelate with a reputation for wisdom and compassion.
- The prelate's homily inspired the congregation with its depth and eloquence.
- The prelates of the diocese met to discuss issues affecting the local church.
- The bishop's decision to ordain women as deacons was met with mixed reactions among the prelates.
- The pope's appointment of a new prelate for the vacant archdiocese was seen as a sign of the church's commitment to renewal.
- The prelate's visit to the parish was a great honor, and the faithful eagerly awaited his arrival.
- The prelate's pastoral letter called for unity and peace within the diocese.
- The prelate's involvement in social justice issues earned him praise from many quarters.
- The prelate's retirement was marked by a special Mass of Thanksgiving, where his years of service were celebrated.
prelate Meaning
prelate (n)
a senior clergyman and dignitary
Synonyms & Antonyms of prelate
Synonyms:
- ecclesiastic
- dominie
- shepherd
- confessor
- chaplain
- cleric
- friar
- priestess
- clerical
- missionary
- preacher
- padre
- archpriest
- clergywoman
- reverend
- priest
- curate
- deacon
- deaconess
Antonyms:
No strong antonyms found.
Synonyms:
- mendicant
- religious
- holy-joe
- divine
- monastic
- revivalist
- monk
- sky-pilot
- clerk
- oblate
- minister
- evangelist
- clergyperson
- father
- missioner
Antonyms:
FAQs About the word prelate
a senior clergyman and dignitary
rector, diocesan, churchman, monsignor, abbot, cure, dean, abbe, presbyter, bishop
layperson, secular,layman, layman, layperson, secular,, lay reader,lector, lay reader
The prelate presided over the solemn mass with dignity and grace.
The archbishop was a highly respected prelate with a reputation for wisdom and compassion.
The prelate's homily inspired the congregation with its depth and eloquence.
The prelates of the diocese met to discuss issues affecting the local church.
