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apostolical

/ˌæp.əˈstɒl.ɪ.kəl/

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adjective

/ˌæp.əˈstɒl.ɪ.kəl/C2formalobsolete
  • ruУстаревшее прилагательное, относящееся к апостолам или их учению; менее распространённый вариант слова 'апостольский'.

An archaic adjective relating to the Apostles or their teachings; a less common variant of 'apostolic'.

  1. C2formal

    Of or relating to the Apostles of Jesus Christ or their teachings and practices.

    ruАпостольский

    • The apostolical tradition is central to many Christian denominations.
    • He studied the apostolical writings in depth.
    • The church claims an apostolical foundation.

    Synonymsapostolic

  2. Papal AuthorityC2formal

    Proceeding from or ordered by the Pope, regarded as the successor of the Apostles.

    ruПапский

    • The apostolical blessing was given by the Pope.
    • The document carries apostolical authority.
    • Apostolical decrees are binding in the Catholic Church.

    Synonymsapostolicpapalpontifical

Forms
  • more apostolical comparative form
  • most apostolical superlative form