priestless

/ˈpraɪstlɪs/

Definitions

1. adjective

lacking a priest or priests; not having a priest

“The village was priestless for several years after the church was destroyed.”

2. noun

a person or place without a priest

“The priestless community came together to elect a new spiritual leader.”

Synonyms

  • clergyless
  • unpastoral

Antonyms

  • clergical
  • priestly