prelate

[ˈprɛlət]

prelate Definition

• 1. a high-ranking member of the clergy, especially in the Roman Catholic Church
• 2. a bishop or other high ecclesiastical dignitary

Using prelate: Examples

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

• Example

  The prelate was responsible for overseeing the diocese.

• Example

  The pope appointed a new prelate to the archdiocese.

• Example

  The prelate delivered a sermon on Sunday morning.

prelate Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for prelate

• bishop
• clergyman
• churchman
• ecclesiastic

Phrases with prelate

• cardinal prelate

  a high-ranking member of the College of Cardinals in the Roman Catholic Church

  Example

  The cardinal prelate presided over the funeral mass.

• papal prelate

  a high-ranking official in the Roman Curia, appointed by the Pope

  Example

  The papal prelate was responsible for managing the Vatican's finances.

• mitred prelate

  a bishop who has the right to wear a mitre, a tall pointed hat worn during certain religious ceremonies

  Example

  The mitred prelate led the procession into the cathedral.

Origins of prelate

from Old French 'prelat', from Latin 'praelatus', meaning 'preferred'

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Summary: prelate in Brief

A 'prelate' [ˈprɛlət] is a high-ranking member of the clergy, particularly in the Roman Catholic Church. It refers to bishops and other high ecclesiastical dignitaries who oversee dioceses and deliver sermons. 'Prelate' extends into phrases like 'cardinal prelate,' 'papal prelate,' and 'mitred prelate,' which denote specific roles within the church hierarchy.