encyclical
(en-cyc-li-cal)
4 syllables
Definition
adjective. intended for wide distribution;
noun. a letter from the pope sent to all Roman Catholic bishops throughout the world
noun. a letter from the pope sent to all Roman Catholic bishops throughout the world
Example Sentence
The encyclical letter was sent to all the readers of the magazine.
Synonyms
widely distributed; broad circulation; letter from the pope
Antonyms
Hear It! Say It! Write It!
encyclical
Rhymes
- cyclical
- encyclical