defrocked Definition
to remove someone from their position as a priest or minister in the Christian Church.
Using defrocked: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "defrocked" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
He was defrocked for his involvement in the scandal.
Example
The bishop was defrocked after being accused of embezzlement.
Example
The priest was defrocked and excommunicated from the church.
defrocked Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for defrocked
- unfrock
- disrobe
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Summary: defrocked in Brief
'Defrocked' [dɪˈfrɒkt] is a verb that means to remove someone from their position as a priest or minister in the Christian Church. It is often used in cases of scandal or wrongdoing, as in 'He was defrocked for his involvement in the scandal.'
