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priesthood Synonyms

Another word for priesthood

Choosing another word for priesthood 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 office, status, or vocation of a priest.

Usage Example

"After completing his theological studies at the seminary, he was formally ordained into the ministry."

Strong
ministry
pastorate
Weak
clericature

• noun (Context 2)

The collective body of priests in a particular religion, church, or society.

Usage Example

"In ancient Egypt, the clergy held immense political and economic influence alongside the pharaoh."

Strongest
clergy
Strong
cloth
ecclesiastics
churchmen

Opposites of priesthood

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

laity
See all opposites of priesthood

• Nearby Words

prier
priest
priestess
priesthood
priestlike
priestly
priggish

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