Priestly
Pronunciation: /ˈpriːstliː/
Priestly (adj)
- Having qualities or behaviour connected with a priest, especially in religious ceremonies and rules.
- Written or spoken in a way that sounds official and religious, like words used by priests.
- Showing an attitude that seems overly serious about religious rules or authority.
Priestly (adjective)
Examples
- She spoke in a priestly calm that made everyone listen.
- He walked with a priestly dignity, even in a busy crowd.