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.
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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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