Monk

Synonyms of monk

• friar
• religious
• brother
• cleric

Antonyms of monk

• layperson
• secular
• worldly
• nonbeliever

Collocations of monk

Buddhist monk

Frequency: 80 %

The Buddhist monk meditated in silence.

Zen monk

Frequency: 70 %

The Zen monk practiced mindfulness in the garden.

Monk discipline

Frequency: 65 %

The monk followed a strict discipline of daily rituals.

Monk robe

Frequency: 60 %

The monk wore a simple brown robe.

Monk temple

Frequency: 50 %

The monk visited the ancient temple for prayer.

Idiomatic Expressions for monk

• Phrase: monk's robe
  Meaning: a long loose garment worn by monks
  Usage: She wore a monk's robe to the meditation retreat.