ecclesiastical
UK: ɪˌkliːziˈæstɪkəl | US: ɪˌkliziˈæstɪkəl
adj. relating to the Christian Church or its clergy
adj. characteristic of or appropriate to the Church in style or manner
The word "ecclesiastical" derives from the Late Latin "ecclesiasticus," which itself comes from the Greek "ekklēsiastikos," meaning "of the church." The root "ekklēsia" (assembly/church) originates from "ekkalein" (to call out), combining "ek-" (out) + "kalein" (to call). Over time, "ecclesiasticus" evolved in Latin to denote church-related matters, and the English suffix "-al" was added to form the adjective. The term reflects the institutional and formal aspects of the Church, preserving its Greek-Latin lineage.
The cathedral's architecture is a masterpiece of ecclesiastical design.
He studied ecclesiastical history to understand medieval Europe.
The bishop wore traditional ecclesiastical robes during the ceremony.
The manuscript contains important ecclesiastical laws from the 12th century.
Her writing often explores themes of ecclesiastical authority and dissent.