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defrock Synonyms

Another word for defrock

Choosing another word for defrock depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To deprive a person in holy orders of ecclesiastical status and the right to wear clerical vestments or perform religious duties.

Usage Example

"The church tribunal voted to unfrock the priest following a formal investigation into his misconduct."

Strongest
unfrock
laicize
Strong
degrade
depose

• verb (Context 2)

To strip a professional of official status, privileges, or certification.

Usage Example

"The medical board moved to disbar the physician after discovering falsified clinical records."

Strong
disbar
deceltify
dismiss
oust
Weak
remove

Opposites of defrock

The opposite of defrock shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

ordain
frock
reinstate
license
certify
consecrate
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• Nearby Words

defray
defreeze
defriend
defrock
defrost
defroster
deft

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Defrock. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/defrock
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