eparchial

/ɛˈpɑːrtʃiəl/ or /ɛˈpɑːrkiəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or forming a division or district of a church or diocese, especially in the Eastern Orthodox Church

“The eparchial bishop held significant authority over his local church.”

2. noun

a division or district of a church or diocese, especially in the Eastern Orthodox Church

“The eparchial was a vital part of the church’s organizational structure.”

Synonyms

  • diocesan
  • ecclesiastical

Antonyms

  • general
  • universal