anticlerical Definition
opposed to the power or influence of the clergy or the church.
Using anticlerical: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "anticlerical" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The anticlerical movement in France aimed to reduce the power of the Catholic Church.
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His anticlerical views often put him at odds with his religious family members.
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The novel was banned by the church due to its anticlerical themes.
anticlerical Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for anticlerical
Origins of anticlerical
from French 'anticlérical', from 'anti-' meaning 'against' and 'clérical' meaning 'clerical'
Summary: anticlerical in Brief
'Anticlerical' [an-tee-kler-i-kuhl, an-tahy-] describes opposition to the power or influence of the clergy or the church. It is often used to describe movements or views that aim to reduce the power of religious institutions. Synonyms include 'irreligious,' 'nonreligious,' 'secular,' and 'atheistic.' Antonyms include 'clerical,' 'pious,' and 'religious.'
