ordained
3 synonyms for ordained, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Officially established or decreed by an authority.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
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.
decreed
How to use ordained
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
ordained minister
ordained priest
divinely ordained
Frequently asked questions
What does “ordained” mean?
The word “ordained” means officially established or decreed by an authority. In plain terms, officially set in place by authority — most commonly used for someone formally made a priest, minister, or rabbi.
How do you pronounce “ordained”?
“Ordained” is pronounced aw-DAYND (/ɔɹˈdeɪnd/ in IPA).
How do you use “ordained” in a sentence?
Here is “ordained” used in a sentence: “The rules of the tournament were ordained long before any of the current players joined.”
What part of speech is “ordained”?
“Ordained” is an adjective.
Is “ordained” a common word?
“Ordained” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “ordained” have?
“Ordained” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: officially established or decreed by an authority.
