Monk

Pronunciation: /mʌŋk/

Definitions of monk

noun a member of a religious community of men typically living under vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience

Example Sentences

A1 The monk meditated in silence.

A2 The monk wore a simple robe and sandals.

B1 The monk lived a life of poverty and prayer.

B2 The monk's monastery was located in a remote mountain village.

C1 The monk's teachings on mindfulness were widely respected.

C2 The monk's spiritual wisdom attracted followers from around the world.

Examples of monk in a Sentence

formal The monk spent his days in quiet contemplation at the monastery.

informal The monk is always so peaceful and serene.

slang That monk is a real chill dude.

figurative She approached the difficult situation with the calmness of a monk.

Grammatical Forms of monk

• past tense: monked
• plural: monks
• comparative: more monk-like
• superlative: most monk-like
• present tense: monks
• future tense: will monk
• perfect tense: have monked
• continuous tense: are monking
• singular: monk
• positive degree: monk
• infinitive: to monk
• gerund: monking
• participle: monked

Origin and Evolution of monk

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'monk' originated from the Greek word 'monakhos' meaning 'solitary' or 'single'. It was used to refer to individuals who lived a solitary and dedicated religious life.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'monk' came to specifically refer to men who lived in religious communities and devoted themselves to prayer, meditation, and service. The term has evolved to encompass a specific role within various religious traditions, such as Christianity and Buddhism.