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rectory Synonyms
Another word for rectory
Choosing another word for rectory depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
The official residence provided by a church for a rector or parish priest.
Usage Example
"After the Sunday morning service, the parishioners gathered in the garden behind the old stone parsonage for tea."
Strongest
parsonage
Strong
vicarage
presbytery
manse
• noun (Context 2)
A church benefice or parish held by a rector, along with all its associated lands, tithes, and revenues.
Usage Example
"Historical diocesan records detailed the annual agricultural tithes belonging to the rural benefice."
Strong
benefice
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Rectory. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 3, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/rectory