pontifical

[US]/pɒnˈtɪfɪkl/
[UK]/pɑːnˈtɪfɪkl/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. relating to a pope, high priest, or bishop; characterized by arrogance and dogmatism.

Phrases & Collocations

pontifical ceremony

pontifical authority

pontifical decree

Example Sentences

important pontifical proceedings

such explanations were greeted with pontifical disdain.

deliver a pontifical speech

Real-world Examples

At the Vatican, Pope Francis abolished the so-called pontifical secrecy rule in cases of sexual abuse by clergy.

Source: PBS English News

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