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cathedral Synonyms
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• noun (Context 1)
The principal Christian church of a diocese, which contains the official seat or throne of a bishop.
Usage Example
"The newly appointed bishop delivered his first official sermon from the pulpit of the grand minster."
Strong
minster
basilica
Weak
church
• noun (Context 2)
A large, imposing, or important church building, regardless of its strict ecclesiastical status.
Usage Example
"Tourists marveled at the intricate stained glass windows and towering flying buttresses of the medieval temple."
Weak
temple
sanctuary
• noun (Context 3)
A place, typically in nature, of immense beauty, majesty, or spiritual significance that inspires reverence.
Usage Example
"The ancient redwood forest felt like a quiet, majestic sanctuary of towering trees and filtered sunlight."
Weak
sanctuary
haven
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