monastic
muh-NAS-tihk
Monastic (adj) means relating to monasteries, monks, or a life of religious seclusion. Example: “He adopted a monastic routine of prayer and silence.”
adj
1
Relating to monasteries, monks, or a life of religious seclusion.
"He adopted a monastic routine of prayer and silence."
noun
1
A monk, or someone living a monastery-style life.
"The monastics gathered in the chapel for evening prayer."
How to use monastic
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHaving to do with monks and their disciplined, secluded way of life; can also describe any simple, austere lifestyle.
Common pairings
monastic life
monastic order
monastic discipline
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Word forms
- Plural
- monastics
- Comparative
- more monastic
- Superlative
- most monastic
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Etymology
From Late Latin monasticus, tied to the same Greek root as "monastery."
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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.
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