Pastor — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈpa-stər/ (noun) /pä-ˈstȯr/ (noun) pas·tor

Meaning & Definition of Pastor

Pastor (noun)

  1. a spiritual overseer; especially, a clergyperson serving a local church or parish
  2. herdsman

Pastor (verb)

  1. to serve as pastor of

Pastor (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in rector, vicar

    similar: abbé, curate, curé, parson, rector, shepherd, vicar, churchman, clergyman, father, Holy Joe (slang), padre, clergywoman, deaconess, priestess, abbot, archbishop, archpriest, bishop, dean, diocesan, monsignor, pope, prelate, presbyter, chaplain, confessor, sky pilot, evangelist, missionary, missioner, missionizer, revivalist, friar, mendicant, monastic, monk, oblate, religious, high priest, high priestess, clergyperson, cleric, clerical, clerk, deacon, divine, dominie, ecclesiastic, minister, preacher, priest, reverend
    opposite: lay reader, lector, layman, layperson, secular

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Pastor

The most common words with a similar meaning to Pastor:

Slang: Holy Joe
abbé, curate, curé, parson, rector, shepherd, vicar, churchman, clergyman, father, padre, clergywoman, deaconess, priestess, abbot, archbishop, archpriest, bishop, dean, diocesan, monsignor, pope, prelate, presbyter, chaplain, confessor, sky pilot, evangelist, missionary, missioner, missionizer, revivalist, friar, mendicant, monastic, monk, oblate, religious, high priest, high priestess

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Pastor

Words with the opposite meaning of Pastor:

lay reader, lector, layman, layperson, secular

Word Forms of Pastor

Inflections: pastors, pastored, pastoring

Derived words: pastorship (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Pastor

Middle English pastour, from Anglo-French, from Latin pastor herdsman, from pascere to feed food

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Pastor

Frequently Asked Questions about Pastor

What does "Pastor" mean?

"Pastor" means a spiritual overseer; especially, a clergyperson serving a local church or parish. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: a spiritual overseer; especially, a clergyperson serving a local church or parish.

What is another word for "Pastor"?

Other words for "Pastor" include abbé, curate, curé, parson, rector, shepherd, vicar and churchman. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Pastor" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Pastor"?

There are 53 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Pastor". Common alternatives include abbé, curate, curé, parson, rector, shepherd, vicar, churchman, clergyman and father.

What is the opposite of "Pastor"?

Antonyms of "Pastor" include lay reader, lector, layman, layperson and secular.

Is "Pastor" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Pastor" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

Is "Pastor" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Pastor" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Pastor"?

"Pastor" is pronounced /ˈpa-stər/ as a noun and /pä-ˈstȯr/ as a noun and divided into syllables as pas·tor.

What is the origin of the word "Pastor"?

"Pastor" comes from Middle English pastour, from Anglo-French, from Latin pastor herdsman, from pascere to feed food. First known use: 14th century.