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priestess Synonyms

Another word for priestess

Choosing another word for priestess 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)

A female priest or religious officiant authorized to perform sacred rites, especially in non-Christian, ancient, or pagan religions.

Usage Example

"In ancient Greece, the chief clergywoman at the Temple of Apollo in Delphi was revered for her prophetic oracles."

Strong
clergywoman
Weak
officiant

• noun (Context 2)

A woman regarded as a leading exponent, authority, or revered figurehead of a particular movement, art form, or cultural pursuit.

Usage Example

"Through her groundbreaking choreography, Martha Graham became widely celebrated as the high doyenne of modern dance."

Strong
doyenne
matriarch
guru
Weak
luminary

Opposites of priestess

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

laywoman
novice
layperson
amateur
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• Nearby Words

pridefully
prier
priest
priestess
priesthood
priestlike
priestly

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