coenobite

kəˈnɒbɪt, kəˈnɔbɪt

Definitions

1. noun

A member of a Christian community that lives in a shared house or monastery, often following a communal and ascetic lifestyle.

“The monastery was home to a group of coenobites who spent their days in prayer and contemplation.”

Synonyms

  • ascetic
  • monk

Antonyms

  • hedonist
  • worldly