Monastic
(adjective)
Relating to or characteristic of a monk, a monastic order, or the life of seclusion and contemplation lived by a monk.
Origin:
Late middle english: via old french from latin monasticus, from monachus "monk".
Examples:
- The monastic lifestyle was characterized by poverty, chastity, and obedience.
- The monastic community lived a life of solitude and devotion to God.
- The monastic library was renowned for its collection of ancient manuscripts.
- The monastic cell was simple and sparsely furnished.
- The monastic rule required the monks to rise early for prayers and manual labor.