prelatic
Definition
Adjective: - Relating to a prelate or prelates; characteristic of or pertaining to the office, rank, or authority of a high-ranking ecclesiastical official, such as a bishop or archbishop.
Usage Examples
- (The ceremonial clothing of a bishop was elaborately decorated.)
- (His behaviour, typical of a high church official, demanded reverence.)
- (The assembly debated the special rights belonging to bishops.)
Advanced Usage
- "prelatic authority": the power or jurisdiction held by a prelate.
- The prelatic authority extended over several dioceses. (The bishop's control covered multiple church districts.)
- "prelatic splendor": the grandeur or magnificence associated with high church office.
- The ceremony was marked by prelatic splendor, with processions and ornate rituals. (The event displayed the impressive grandeur typical of a bishop's celebration.)
Variants and Related Words
- Prelatical (adj): another form of "prelatic," with the same meaning.
- The prelatical robes were stored in the cathedral treasury. (The bishop's garments were kept in the church's safe room.)
- Prelate (n): a high-ranking ecclesiastical official, such as a bishop or archbishop.
- The prelate delivered a sermon on charity. (The bishop gave a speech about kindness.)
- Prelacy (n): the office or system of government by prelates.
- The prelacy was challenged during the Reformation. (The system of bishops' rule was questioned.)
Synonyms
- Episcopal: relating to a bishop or bishops.
- Hierarchical: relating to a system of ranks, especially in the church.
- Ecclesiastical: relating to the Christian Church or clergy.
Related Idioms
- (No common idioms directly use "prelatic"; the term is primarily technical or historical.)
Phrasal Verbs
- (No phrasal verbs are associated with "prelatic"; it is a formal adjective.)