Nuncio

Pronunciation: /ˈnʌnʃioʊ/

Definitions of nuncio

noun A papal ambassador or messenger

Example Sentences

A1 The nuncio delivered a message from the Pope.

A2 The nuncio is the official representative of the Vatican in a foreign country.

B1 The nuncio's visit was met with great excitement by the local Catholic community.

B2 The nuncio's role involves diplomatic relations between the Vatican and other countries.

C1 The nuncio's appointment was seen as a strategic move to strengthen ties between the two nations.

C2 The nuncio's eloquent speeches have helped bridge cultural divides and promote understanding.

Examples of nuncio in a Sentence

formal The nuncio delivered an important message from the Vatican.

informal The nuncio stopped by to chat with the local priest.

slang I heard the nuncio is a big deal in the church hierarchy.

figurative The nuncio's words were like a beacon of hope in troubled times.

Grammatical Forms of nuncio

• past tense: nuncioed
• plural: nuncios
• comparative: more nuncio
• superlative: most nuncio
• present tense: nuncios
• future tense: will nuncio
• perfect tense: have nuncioed
• continuous tense: is nuncioing
• singular: nuncio
• positive degree: nuncio
• infinitive: to nuncio
• gerund: nuncioing
• participle: nuncioed

Origin and Evolution of nuncio

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'nuncio' originated from Latin 'nuntius' meaning messenger or envoy.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'nuncio' evolved to specifically refer to a papal ambassador or representative sent on a diplomatic mission.