monastical

/ˌmɒnæˈstɪkəl/ or /ˌmɑːnstækəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of a monastery or monastic life

“The monastical architecture of the ancient building drew the tourists’ attention.”

2. noun

a person who lives in a monastery or leads a monastic life

“The abbot was a respected monastical in the community.”

Synonyms

  • ascetic
  • monastic

Antonyms

  • secular
  • worldly