Defrock

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Synonyms Antonyms Collocations Idiomatic Expressions

Synonyms of defrock

strip
disrobe
depose

Antonyms of defrock

appoint
consecrate
ordain

Collocations of defrock

defrock a priest
Frequency: 80 %

The church decided to defrock the priest after allegations of misconduct.

defrock a bishop
Frequency: 70 %

The scandal led to the decision to defrock the bishop.

defrock a clergyman
Frequency: 60 %

The church hierarchy moved to defrock the clergyman for his controversial views.

defrock a minister
Frequency: 50 %

The congregation was shocked when the decision was made to defrock the minister.

Idiomatic Expressions for defrock

  • Phrase: defrock someone of their title
    Meaning: to officially remove someone from a position or title of authority
    Usage: The CEO was defrocked of his title after the company's financial scandal.