priestley

/ˈpriːstli/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who bears the title of priest, especially in the Church of England.

“The priestley in charge of the parish gave a heartfelt sermon to the congregation.”

2. noun

A follower of Joseph Priestley, an 18th-century English theologian and chemist.

“The priestley movement was influential in shaping the scientific community of the time.”

Synonyms

  • clergyman
  • minister
  • priest

Antonyms

  • agnostic
  • atheist