Prelate

Pronunciation: /ˈprɛlət/

Definitions of prelate

noun a high-ranking member of the clergy, especially in the Roman Catholic Church

Example Sentences

A1 The prelate blessed the newlyweds at the church.

A2 The prelate delivered a sermon to the congregation.

B1 The prelate was appointed as the head of the diocese.

B2 The prelate presided over the council of bishops.

C1 The prelate's theological knowledge impressed scholars.

C2 The prelate's influence extended beyond the church to political circles.

Examples of prelate in a Sentence

formal The prelate delivered a powerful sermon at the cathedral.

informal The prelate is hosting a charity event next week.

slang I heard the prelate is a cool dude outside of church.

figurative The prelate's words were like a guiding light in times of darkness.

Grammatical Forms of prelate

• past tense: prelated
• plural: prelates
• comparative: more prelate
• superlative: most prelate
• present tense: prelates
• future tense: will prelate
• perfect tense: has prelated
• continuous tense: is prelating
• singular: prelate
• positive degree: prelate
• infinitive: to prelate
• gerund: prelating
• participle: prelating

Origin and Evolution of prelate

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'prelate' originated from the Latin word 'praelatus' meaning 'one who is preferred or chosen'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'prelate' evolved to refer specifically to high-ranking ecclesiastical dignitaries in the Roman Catholic Church, such as bishops and archbishops.