Diocese

Synonyms of diocese

• bishopric
• eparchy
• archdiocese

Antonyms of diocese

• secular
• worldly
• lay

Collocations of diocese

Catholic diocese

Frequency: 80 %

He was appointed as the bishop of the Catholic diocese.

local diocese

Frequency: 70 %

The local diocese organized a charity event for the community.

diocesan authority

Frequency: 60 %

The diocesan authority made decisions regarding church policies.

diocese boundaries

Frequency: 50 %

The diocese boundaries were clearly marked on the map.

episcopal diocese

Frequency: 40 %

The episcopal diocese held a special service for the ordination of new priests.

Idiomatic Expressions for diocese

• Phrase: bishop's diocese
  Meaning: the geographical area or district under the jurisdiction of a bishop
  Usage: The bishop's diocese includes several parishes and churches.