Synonyms of cleric
6 similar words · 1 opposite word
Another word for cleric is clergymember. Other synonyms of cleric are clergyperson. The opposite of cleric is layperson.
Synonyms and similar words for cleric
nounA member of a clergy.
- clergymemberSynonym of cleric.
- clergypersonA cleric; especially, an ordained (male or female) Christian minister.
adjectiveOf or pertaining to the clergy.
- black-collarRelating to the clergy.
- clericalOf or relating to the clergy.
- pastoralRelating to the care of souls, to the pastor of a church or to any local religious leader charged with the service of...
nounMore synonyms
- blackcoatA member of the clergy.
Opposite of cleric
nounMore antonyms
- laypersonA person who is not a cleric.
Meaning of cleric
- noun A member of a clergy.
- noun A spellcaster class that receives their spells (especially healing) from their deity.
- adjective Of or pertaining to the clergy.
cleric in other languages
Questions about synonyms of cleric
- What is another word for cleric?
- Cleric has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as clergymember and clergyperson.
- What is the opposite of cleric?
- The opposite of cleric is layperson.
- What does cleric mean?
- Cleric means a member of a clergy.
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