Pontifical (adjective)

  1. Of or relating to a bishop or the Pope.
  2. Relating to the office of bishop or Pope; imposing or ceremonial.

Origin:

Late latin pontificālis, from latin pontifex, pontific- "bishop, priest".

Examples:

  1. The pontifical mass was attended by many religious dignitaries.
  2. The pontifical hat worn by the Pope symbolizes his authority.
  3. He was given a pontifical reception by the local bishop.
  4. The pontifical robes added to the grandeur of the ceremony.
  5. The pontifical palace was a magnificent building in the heart of the city.
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