DIOCESE Synonyms
There are 6 synonyms of the word
diocese.
(exact relations)
There is 1 hypernym of the word diocese. (close relations)
There is 1 hypernym of the word diocese. (close relations)
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Definition of DIOCESE
Definition of DIOCESE
Best Alternative Words for DIOCESE
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bishopric | nounn | |||||||
noun • the territorial jurisdiction of a bishop | ||||||||
episcopate | nounn | |||||||
noun • the term of office of a bishop • the territorial jurisdiction of a bishop • the collective body of bishops • the office and dignity of a bishop | ||||||||
archbishopric | nounn | |||||||
noun • the territorial jurisdiction of an archbishop | ||||||||
archdiocese | nounn | |||||||
noun • the diocese of an archbishop | ||||||||
patriarchate | nounn | |||||||
noun • the jurisdiction of a patriarch • a form of social organization in which a male is the family head and title is traced through the male line | ||||||||
prelacy | nounn | |||||||
noun • prelates collectively • the office or station of a prelate |
Best Hypernyms For DIOCESE
Here is a list of related hypernyms for
diocese, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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jurisdiction