Synonyms for

Archbishop

Verb / ˈɑ:ˈrtʃbɪʃʌp / Another word for archbishop — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

An archbishop is a high-ranking bishop in the Christian church.

Synonyms & similar words

bishop cardinal patriarch primate prelate clergyman ecclesiastic churchman cleric minister pastor priest reverend shepherd vicar apostle disciple evangelist missionary prophet

Synonyms by register

Formal

metropolitan primate patriarch

Literary

pontiff shepherd

Antonyms

priest deacon curate pastor reverend vicar

Common collocations

  • elected archbishop
  • new archbishop
  • archbishop of Canterbury
  • archbishopric
  • senior archbishop
  • suffragan archbishop
  • titular archbishop

Word family

noun archbishopric

Usage note

An archbishop is a bishop of the highest rank in some Christian churches. It is a specific ecclesiastical title and does not have direct antonyms in the same way a common noun might.

Example sentences

  1. The archbishop blessed the new church building.
  2. The archbishop wore a tall hat called a mitre.
  3. The archbishop celebrated the wedding of the prince and princess.
  4. The archbishop traveled to Rome to meet with the pope.
  5. The archbishop gave a speech at the charity fundraiser.

Quotes

  • The church is not a museum for saints, but a hospital for sinners. - Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen
  • To be a Christian means to forgive the inexcusable because God has forgiven the inexcusable in you. - Archbishop Desmond Tutu
  • The measure of your greatness is the measure of your magnanimity. - Archbishop Edwin F. O'Brien

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