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monkhood Synonyms

Another word for monkhood

Choosing another word for monkhood 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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• noun (Context 1)

The state, character, or vocation of being a monk.

Usage Example

"After years of quiet contemplation, he decided to renounce his worldly possessions and enter monasticism."

Strongest
monasticism
monachism
Strong
monkery

• noun (Context 2)

Monks considered collectively as a group or order.

Usage Example

"The ancient manuscript was carefully preserved and copied by the local brotherhood over several centuries."

Strong
brotherhood
fraternity

Opposites of monkhood

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

laity
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• Nearby Words

monkeywrencher
monkfish
monkfruit
monkhood
monkish
monklike
monkshood

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