caliph
0 antonyms and opposites of caliph, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A Muslim ruler regarded as a political and religious successor to the Prophet Muhammad.
How to use caliph
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Arabic khalīfa ("successor"), via Old French caliphe and Medieval Latin calipha.
Full origin of caliph →Frequently asked questions
What does “caliph” mean?
The word “caliph” means a Muslim ruler regarded as a political and religious successor to the Prophet Muhammad. In plain terms, a historical Islamic ruler who claimed to lead the Muslim community as Muhammad's successor.
How do you pronounce “caliph”?
“Caliph” is pronounced KAY-lihf (/ˈkeɪlɪf/ in IPA).
How do you use “caliph” in a sentence?
Here is “caliph” used in a sentence: “The caliph governed a territory stretching across much of the Middle East.”
What part of speech is “caliph”?
“Caliph” is a noun.
Where does the word “caliph” come from?
The word “caliph” comes from Medieval Latin. From Arabic khalīfa ("successor"), via Old French caliphe and Medieval Latin calipha.