Synonyms for

Deacon

Verb / ˈdi:kʌn / Another word for deacon — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a member of the clergy who assists a pastor or priest in church services

Synonyms & similar words

protestantdeacon minister preacher clergyman pastor priest cleric ecclesiastic churchman churchwoman bishop cardinal patriarch clerk reverend venerable father vicar curate chaplain

Synonyms by register

Formal

minister elder clergyman official

Antonyms

leader master superior ruler commander head

Common collocations

  • ordained deacon
  • permanent deacon
  • acting deacon
  • deacon board
  • assistant deacon
  • deacon ministry
  • deacon council

Word family

noun deaconry
verb deacon
adjective diaconal

Usage note

A deacon is a specific ordained office in some Christian denominations, particularly Catholic, Orthodox, Anglican, and Lutheran churches. It is not typically used in a general sense for any assistant or subordinate role.

Example sentences

  1. The deacon is responsible for organizing the church's charitable activities.
  2. The deacon was ordained last year and has been helping the pastor ever since.
  3. The deacon's wife is also very involved in the church community.
  4. The deacon led the congregation in a prayer for peace.
  5. The deacon visited the sick and elderly members of the church.

Quotes

  • "The deacon was the first Christian officer in the church." - A. T. Robertson
  • "The best way to serve the Lord is to be a deacon or a deaconess." - Billy Graham
  • "A deacon is one who serves the Lord with gladness." - Lailah Gifty Akita

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