priestcraft

[priːst-kraft]

priestcraft Definition

the art or skill of being a priest, especially when regarded negatively as involving crafty manipulation or exploitation of people's religious beliefs.

Using priestcraft: Examples

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

  • Example

    The church was accused of priestcraft and corruption.

  • Example

    He saw through the priestcraft and refused to be manipulated by the religious leaders.

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Summary: priestcraft in Brief

Priestcraft [priːst-kraft] refers to the art or skill of being a priest, often with negative connotations of crafty manipulation or exploitation of people's religious beliefs. Examples include accusations of corruption in the church and individuals seeing through the priestcraft and refusing to be manipulated by religious leaders.