Synonyms of priestly

Adjective


1. priestly, hieratic, hieratical, sacerdotal

usage: associated with the priesthood or priests; "priestly (or sacerdotal) vestments"; "hieratic gestures"

2. priestly (vs. unpriestly), priestlike

usage: befitting or characteristic of a priest or the priesthood; "priestly dedication to the people of his parish"

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Definition and meaning of priestly (Dictionary)