churchly

• Adjektiv, das etwas beschreibt, das für die Kirche oder kirchliche Angelegenheiten charakteristisch oder angemessen ist; heute weitgehend veraltet.

An adjective describing something that is characteristic of or appropriate to a church or ecclesiastical matters; now largely archaic.

1. Resembling or suggesting a churchC1formal

   Having characteristics, appearance, or atmosphere that are typical of a church.

   Kirchlich anmutend

   • The building had a churchly architecture with tall spires and stained glass.
   • The quiet, solemn atmosphere felt almost churchly.
   • His voice had a churchly resonance that echoed in the hall.

2. Appropriate to a churchC1formal

   Suitable or fitting for a church setting or religious context.

   Kirchlich

   • Her behavior was always churchly and respectful during services.
   • The music had a churchly quality, with hymns and organ melodies.
   • He spoke in a churchly tone, full of reverence and solemnity.

   Synonymeecclesiasticalholyliturgicalreligioussacred

   Antonymeirreligiousprofanesecularunholyworldly