Community Leaders

2 words in this vocabulary list

noun A member of the clergy in the Church of England who is responsible for a parish

  • The parson delivered a moving sermon at the church service.
  • The parson is always so kind and welcoming to everyone in the village.
  • I heard the parson is a real cool dude, always up for a chat.
  • The parson's words were like a beacon of hope in the midst of despair.

noun A pillar is a tall vertical structure, usually used to support a building or as a decoration. In this context, 'pillar' symbolizes a person or thing that is considered a mainstay or support of society.

preposition The preposition 'of' shows the relationship between 'pillar' and 'society', indicating that the pillar is a part of or connected to society.

  • The philanthropist was considered a pillar of society for his numerous charitable contributions.
  • Everyone in town looks up to Mr. Johnson as a real pillar of society.
  • Dude, that guy is like the ultimate pillar of society, always helping out everyone.
  • In the world of literature, Shakespeare is often referred to as a pillar of society for his enduring impact on culture.