Synonyms for prioress
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
A nun in charge of a priory (usually lower in rank than an abbess); mother superior.
Forms
- Plural
- prioresses → abbesses…
Example sentences
- abbess The abbess asked Mary if she was completely sure that the monastic life fit her.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| prioress | rising | |
| abbess | rising |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 6 letters
- abbess