priestly
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for priestly, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Relating to, or characteristic of, a priest.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use priestly
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle English prestly, formed from priest plus the adjective-forming suffix -ly.
Full origin of priestly →Frequently asked questions
What does “priestly” mean?
The word “priestly” means relating to, or characteristic of, a priest. In plain terms, having to do with priests, or acting/looking the way a priest would.
How do you pronounce “priestly”?
“Priestly” is pronounced PREEST-lee (/ˈpɹiːstli/ in IPA).
How do you use “priestly” in a sentence?
Here is “priestly” used in a sentence: “He wore his priestly robes for the Sunday service.”
What is another word for “priestly”?
Words with a similar meaning to “priestly” include hieratic and sacerdotal.
What part of speech is “priestly”?
“Priestly” is an adjective.
Where does the word “priestly” come from?
The word “priestly” comes from Middle English. From Middle English prestly, formed from priest plus the adjective-forming suffix -ly.