Ecclesiastic

Pronunciation: /ɪˌkliziˈæstɪk/

Definitions of ecclesiastic

noun a member of the clergy or other person in religious orders

Example Sentences

adjective relating to the Christian Church or its clergy

Example Sentences

A1 The ecclesiastic ceremony was held in the small village church.

A2 The ecclesiastic leader gave a sermon on forgiveness and compassion.

B1 The ecclesiastic traditions of the region were deeply ingrained in the community.

B2 The ecclesiastic hierarchy played a significant role in shaping religious practices.

C1 The ecclesiastic council convened to address theological debates within the church.

C2 The ecclesiastic authority wielded immense power over religious affairs.

Examples of ecclesiastic in a Sentence

formal The ecclesiastic hierarchy plays a crucial role in the governance of the church.

informal The ecclesiastic leaders are meeting to discuss upcoming events.

slang I heard that ecclesiastic guy gives really long sermons.

figurative His authority in the company is almost ecclesiastic in nature.

Grammatical Forms of ecclesiastic

• past tense: ecclesiasticized
• plural: ecclesiastics
• comparative: more ecclesiastic
• superlative: most ecclesiastic
• present tense: ecclesiasticizes
• future tense: will ecclesiasticize
• perfect tense: has ecclesiasticized
• continuous tense: is ecclesiasticizing
• singular: ecclesiastic
• positive degree: ecclesiastic
• infinitive: to ecclesiasticize
• gerund: ecclesiasticizing
• participle: ecclesiasticized

Origin and Evolution of ecclesiastic

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Late Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'ecclesiastic' originated from the Late Latin word 'ecclesiasticus', which was derived from the Greek word 'ekklēsiastikos' meaning 'of the church'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to members of the clergy or church officials, the word 'ecclesiastic' has evolved to also encompass anything related to the Christian church or its hierarchy.