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(en-cyc-li-cal) 4 syllables

Definition

adjective. a letter from the pope to bishops about important issues.

Example Sentence

The encyclical letter was sent to all the readers of the magazine.

More Example Sentences

An encyclical can guide church teachings.

Synonyms

letter; communication; papal message

Antonyms

private

Hear It! Say It! Write It!

encyclical
Hear It! Say It! Write It!

Rhymes

  • cyclical

  • encyclical
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