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monastic

/məˈnæstɪk/

Translations

monasticnoun

monastics

/məˈnæstɪk/

Denotes a person who lives under religious vows; countable.

Synonyms

monasticadjective

more monastic

Comp.

most monastic

Super.

/məˈnæstɪk/

He led a monastic life, dedicated to prayer and meditation.

Он вел монашеский образ жизни, посвященный молитве и медитации.

Additional translations

Synonyms

monasticnoun

A monk, nun, or any person who lives under religious vows or in a monastic community.

The monastics observed strict silence throughout the day.

monasticadjective

Relating to monks, nuns, or others living under religious vows, or the buildings in which they live.

The monastic lifestyle requires a commitment to simplicity and devotion.

Resembling or suggestive of a monk's way of life, especially in being austere, solitary, or celibate.

He led a monastic existence, spending most of his time in study and meditation.