CEFR C1

cleric

noun

Meaning

A member of the clergy, such as a priest, minister, or rabbi, who is officially authorized to perform religious duties.

Examples

The senior cleric delivered a powerful sermon on the importance of community service.
Several clerics gathered at the cathedral to discuss the upcoming religious festival.

Synonyms: priest, minister, pastor, clergyman, ecclesiastic

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cleric (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈklɛrɪk/

Definition

A member of the clergy, such as a priest, minister, or rabbi, who is officially authorized to perform religious duties.

Examples

The senior cleric delivered a powerful sermon on the importance of community service.
Several clerics gathered at the cathedral to discuss the upcoming religious festival.
He decided to train as a cleric after feeling a strong calling to serve his faith.

Synonyms of cleric

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