Abbess

Pronunciation: /ˈæbəs/

Definitions of abbess

noun a woman who is the head of an abbey of nuns

Example Sentences

A1 The abbess led the nuns in prayer every morning.

A2 The abbess was responsible for overseeing the daily activities of the convent.

B1 The abbess was known for her wisdom and guidance among the sisters.

B2 The abbess made important decisions regarding the management of the monastery.

C1 The abbess was a respected leader in the religious community, known for her dedication and compassion.

C2 The abbess's influence extended beyond the walls of the convent, as she was sought after for her advice and counsel.

Examples of abbess in a Sentence

formal The abbess of the convent was known for her wisdom and leadership.

informal The abbess is the one in charge around here.

slang The abbess runs the show at the nunnery.

figurative She was like the abbess of the family, always making sure everyone was taken care of.

Grammatical Forms of abbess

• plural: abbesses
• comparative: more abbess
• superlative: most abbess
• present tense: abbesses
• future tense: will abbess
• perfect tense: have abbessed
• continuous tense: am abbessing
• singular: abbess
• positive degree: abbess
• infinitive: to abbess
• gerund: abbessing
• participle: abbessing

Origin and Evolution of abbess

First Known Use: 1300 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'abbess' originated from the Latin word 'abbatissa', which is the feminine form of 'abbas' meaning 'abbot'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'abbess' has retained its original meaning of a female superior of a convent or nunnery, but its usage has become less common as the role of abbesses has diminished in modern times.