CEFR B1

clergyman

noun

Meaning

A person who is ordained for the Christian ministry and whose work is spiritual care and leadership.

Examples

The local clergyman was a respected member of the community.
He decided to enter the ministry and become a clergyman.

Synonyms: priest, minister, pastor, reverend

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clergyman (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈklɜːrdʒimən/

Definition

A person who is ordained for the Christian ministry and whose work is spiritual care and leadership.

Examples

The local clergyman was a respected member of the community.
He decided to enter the ministry and become a clergyman.
The clergyman gave a comforting speech at the funeral.

Synonyms of clergyman

Words with a similar meaning to clergyman:

Antonyms of clergyman

Words with the opposite meaning to clergyman:

layperson

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