monkish

[muhng-kish]

monkish Definition

resembling or characteristic of a monk, especially in being quiet, serious, and studious.

Using monkish: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "monkish" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    His monastic lifestyle was quite monkish.

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    The library had a monkish atmosphere.

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    She spent her days in monkish solitude, studying ancient texts.

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    The ascetic monkish practices of the monastery were not for everyone.

monkish Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for monkish

Phrases with monkish

  • a short, simple haircut that is often associated with monks

    Example

    He decided to get a monkish haircut to simplify his grooming routine.

  • a state of quietness or stillness that is reminiscent of a monk's meditative practice

    Example

    The forest was enveloped in a monkish silence, broken only by the occasional chirping of birds.

  • a strict and rigorous approach to work or study, similar to the discipline of a monk

    Example

    Her monkish discipline allowed her to excel in her studies and achieve her goals.

Origins of monkish

from Middle English 'monk', from Old English 'munuc', meaning 'monk'

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Summary: monkish in Brief

'Monkish' [muhng-kish] describes a person or thing that resembles or is characteristic of a monk, particularly in being quiet, serious, and studious. It can be used to describe a person's lifestyle, such as 'His monastic lifestyle was quite monkish,' or an environment, like 'The library had a monkish atmosphere.' The term also extends to phrases like 'monkish haircut,' 'monkish silence,' and 'monkish discipline.'