PONTIFICAL
(adj., noun, adj.sat)Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Pontifical.
Pontifical - as an adjective
Proceeding from or ordered by or subject to a pope or the papacy regarded as the successor of the apostles
Example: "Papal dispensation"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
apostolic13apostolical15papal9Pontifical - as a noun
The vestments and other insignia of a pontiff (especially a bishop)
Pontifical - as an adjective satellite
Puffed up with vanity
Example: "A grandiloquent and boastful manner"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
grandiloquent24overblown17pompous13portentous12Example Sentences
"The pontifical spoke to the crowd during the religious ceremony."
"The pope's pontifical was adorned with elegant robes and regalia."
"She attended a pontifical mass at the cathedral."
"The pontifical delivered a powerful sermon that moved the congregation."
"The pontifical's hat was a symbol of his authority."
Word Game Points
Is PONTIFICAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pontifical is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PONTIFICAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is PONTIFICAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pontifical is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPONTIFICAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.
Is PONTIFICAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pontifical is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPONTIFICAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
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