Antonyms for monsignor


Grammar : Noun
Spell : mon-see-nyer; Italian mawn-see-nyawr
Phonetic Transcription : mɒnˈsi nyər; Italian ˌmɔn siˈnyɔr


Definition of monsignor

Origin :
  • title conferred on some prelates, 1640s, from Italian monsignore "my lord," formed on model of French monseigneur (see monseigneur) from equivalent elements in Italian.
  • As in clergyman : noun minister
  • As in clergyperson : noun minister of church
Example sentences :
  • "Why, a fortnight or perhaps three weeks, Monsignor," replied Pierre.
  • Extract from : « The Three Cities Trilogy, Complete » by Emile Zola
  • Monsignor Nani smiled with his usual amiable yet keen expression.
  • Extract from : « The Three Cities Trilogy, Complete » by Emile Zola
  • Still smiling, Monsignor Nani listened and nodded approvingly.
  • Extract from : « The Three Cities Trilogy, Complete » by Emile Zola
  • If Monsignor Palma proves obstinate his Holiness will never consent.
  • Extract from : « The Three Cities Trilogy, Complete » by Emile Zola
  • As he had said to Monsignor Fornaro, could the Pope disavow him?
  • Extract from : « The Three Cities Trilogy, Complete » by Emile Zola
  • And all at once he thought of Monsignor Nani, and reflected that he alone had been right.
  • Extract from : « The Three Cities Trilogy, Complete » by Emile Zola
  • In nervous tones and broken sentences the Monsignor told his story.
  • Extract from : « The Eternal City » by Hall Caine
  • "Therefore I am here now, sir, thus early and thus openly," said the Monsignor.
  • Extract from : « The Eternal City » by Hall Caine
  • The Monsignor was trying to regain his self-possession, and he remained silent.
  • Extract from : « The Eternal City » by Hall Caine
  • "Help me, Monsignor," he said faintly, and the prelate raised him to his feet.
  • Extract from : « The Eternal City » by Hall Caine

Synonyms for monsignor

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