archangel
1 synonym for archangel, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An angel of high rank believed to lead other angels, such as Gabriel or Michael in Judeo-Christian tradition.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
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How to use archangel
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
archangel Michael
archangel Gabriel
Etymology
From Greek arkhangelos, from arkhi-, "chief", plus angelos, "messenger".
Full origin of archangel →Frequently asked questions
What does “archangel” mean?
The word “archangel” means an angel of high rank believed to lead other angels, such as Gabriel or Michael in Judeo-Christian tradition. In plain terms, a high-ranking angel who leads other angels.
How do you pronounce “archangel”?
“Archangel” is pronounced ah-KAYN-juhl (/ɑː(ɹ)ˈkeɪn.d͡ʒəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “archangel” in a sentence?
Here is “archangel” used in a sentence: “According to scripture, the archangel Gabriel announced the birth of Jesus.”
What part of speech is “archangel”?
“Archangel” is a noun.
Where does the word “archangel” come from?
The word “archangel” comes from Greek. From Greek arkhangelos, from arkhi-, "chief", plus angelos, "messenger".
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