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PONTIFICATES Synonyms

There are 6 synonyms of the word pontificates. (exact relations)
There are 7 hypernyms of the word pontificates. (close relations)

Best Synonyms for PONTIFICATES

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expounds
verbv
verb

• add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing

• state

lectures
nounn
noun

• a speech that is open to the public

• a lengthy rebuke

• teaching by giving a discourse on some subject (typically to a class)

verb

• deliver a lecture or talk

• censure severely or angrily

moralizes
verbv
verb

• interpret the moral meaning of

• speak as if delivering a sermon; express moral judgements

• improve the morals of

preaches
verbv
verb

• deliver a sermon

• speak, plead, or argue in favor of

sermonizes
verbv
verb

• speak as if delivering a sermon; express moral judgements

papacy
nounn
noun

• the government of the Roman Catholic Church

Best Hypernyms For PONTIFICATES

Here is a list of related hypernyms for pontificates, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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