Synonyms for hierophant
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
An ancient Greek priest who interpreted sacred mysteries, especially the priest of the Eleusinian Mysteries.
Forms
- Plural
- hierophants → priests, mystagogues…
Example sentences
- priest The main duty of a priest is to preach in church.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| hierophant | rising | |
| priest | rising | |
| mystagogue | steady |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 6 letters
- priest1
- 10 letters
- mystagogue