Synonyms for

Friar

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

Definition

A member of a religious order of men who live by certain rules and usually work for the church.

Synonyms & similar words

mendicant monk brother cleric priest pastor minister reverend preacher parson father pilgrim mendicant religious friary converso novice frater anchorite

Example sentences

  1. The friar gave me some bread and water when I was hungry.
  2. The friar at the monastery spends all day praying and working in the garden.
  3. My grandma likes to go to the church and talk to the friar about her problems.
  4. The friar wore a brown robe and sandals, and he had a bald head.
  5. The friar asked me if I wanted to join his religious order, but I said no.

Quotes

  • The friar is a man of God who lives in poverty and serves others with humility.
  • The friar's life is one of prayer and contemplation, of service and sacrifice.
  • The friar seeks to imitate Christ, who gave his life for others and showed us the way of love.

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