monastic
5 synonyms and 1 antonym for monastic, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Relating to monasteries, monks, or a life of religious seclusion.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Relating to monasteries, monks, or a life of religious seclusion.
“He adopted a monastic routine of prayer and silence.”
Opposites
2. noun
A monk, or someone living a monastery-style life.
“The monastics gathered in the chapel for evening prayer.”
How to use monastic
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
monastic life
monastic order
monastic discipline
Etymology
From Late Latin monasticus, tied to the same Greek root as "monastery."
Full origin of monastic →Frequently asked questions
What does “monastic” mean?
The word “monastic” means relating to monasteries, monks, or a life of religious seclusion. In plain terms, having to do with monks and their disciplined, secluded way of life; can also describe any simple, austere lifestyle.
How do you pronounce “monastic”?
“Monastic” is pronounced muh-NAS-tihk (/məˈnæstɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “monastic” in a sentence?
Here is “monastic” used in a sentence: “He adopted a monastic routine of prayer and silence.”
What part of speech is “monastic”?
Depending on how it is used, “monastic” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “monastic” come from?
The word “monastic” comes from Late Latin. From Late Latin monasticus, tied to the same Greek root as "monastery.".
Is “monastic” a common word?
“Monastic” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.
How many meanings does “monastic” have?
“Monastic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to monasteries, monks, or a life of religious seclusion.
