pontiff

noun
/ˈpɒntɪf/

Meaning

the pope or a high-ranking bishop in the Christian church

Example Sentences

The pontiff addressed the nation in a televised speech.

Synonyms

pope, bishop, prelate, clergyman

Antonyms

layperson, commoner

Collocations

pontiff's decree, pontiff's speech, pontiff visits

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