Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
archimandrite
Noun
/ˌɑːrkɪˈmændraɪt/
Definition
A senior monk or abbot in certain Eastern Orthodox monasteries or churches.
Examples
- The archimandrite of the monastery welcomed the guests with kindness.
- In the Eastern Orthodox Church, the archimandrite holds considerable authority over the monastic community.
- As an archimandrite, he was responsible for the spiritual well-being of the monks under his care.
Meaning
An archimandrite is a title used for a chief or superior monk who oversees a group of monks or monastic community.
Synonyms
- Abbot
- Monastic superior
- Chief monk
