English Synonym Finder

sacerdotal

Definitions

Relating to priests or the priesthood.

Characterized by an emphasis on the powers and importance of the clergy.

Examples

The high priest performed the sacerdotal rites with solemn precision.

He felt burdened by the sacerdotal duties expected of him by the congregation.

Synonyms

priestly clerical ecclesiastical ministerial pastoral pontifical

Antonyms

secular lay laic profane temporal nonreligious