diocese
2 synonyms for diocese, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A district under the authority of a bishop.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use diocese
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
bishop of the diocese
within the diocese
diocese of
Etymology
From Late Latin dioecesis, ultimately from Greek dioikēsis meaning "administration" — originally a Roman administrative district before the Church adopted it.
Full origin of diocese →Frequently asked questions
What does “diocese” mean?
The word “diocese” means a district under the authority of a bishop. In plain terms, the geographic area a bishop is responsible for, in churches such as the Catholic or Anglican traditions.
How do you pronounce “diocese”?
“Diocese” is pronounced DEYE-uh-sihs (/ˈdaɪ.ə.sɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “diocese” in a sentence?
Here is “diocese” used in a sentence: “The new bishop was welcomed by clergy from across the diocese.”
What part of speech is “diocese”?
“Diocese” is a noun.
Where does the word “diocese” come from?
The word “diocese” comes from Late Latin. From Late Latin dioecesis, ultimately from Greek dioikēsis meaning "administration" — originally a Roman administrative district before the Church adopted it.
Is “diocese” a common word?
“Diocese” is an uncommon word in modern English.
