Synonyms for

Anglican

Verb / ˈæŋglʌkʌn / Another word for anglican — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to or denoting the Church of England or any Church in communion with it.

Synonyms & similar words

nonconformist anglican Episcopalian Protestant Christian Evangelical Tractarian Reformed Calvinist Lutheran Presbyterian Methodist Baptist Puritan Nonconformist Dissenter Congregationalist

Synonyms by register

Formal

Episcopalian Church of England Protestant

Antonyms

non-Christian atheist agnostic secular pagan heathen

Common collocations

  • Anglican Church
  • Anglican Communion
  • Anglican priest
  • Anglican bishop
  • Anglican tradition
  • Anglican service
  • Anglican parish

Word family

noun Anglicanism
adjective Anglican

Usage note

Refers to the Church of England and other churches in communion with it. Often used interchangeably with 'Episcopalian' in the United States.

Example sentences

  1. The Anglican Church is one of the oldest Christian churches in the world.
  2. Anglican priests wear special robes during church services.
  3. My family has been Anglican for generations.
  4. The Anglican Communion includes churches from all over the world.
  5. The Anglican Church has its own set of beliefs and practices.

Quotes

  • The Anglican Communion has a very big role to play in terms of holding the world together.
  • The Anglican Church is a community of people who believe in love, acceptance and forgiveness.
  • The Anglican Church has a rich and diverse history that spans many centuries.

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