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vicar Synonyms
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• noun (Context 1)
A member of the clergy in the Church of England or other Anglican churches who is appointed to take charge of a parish.
Usage Example
"The local clergyman visited the ailing parishioners and offered them comfort."
Strongest
clergyman
Strong
priest
pastor
minister
cleric
• noun (Context 2)
A representative, deputy, or substitute, especially a cleric acting in the place of a higher-ranking official.
Usage Example
"In Roman Catholic theology, the Pope is traditionally referred to as the deputy of Christ."
Strong
deputy
Weak
representative
substitute
surrogate
proxy
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