Definition

Relating to a monastery or the leader of a monastery, such as an abbot or abbess.

Example

The abbatial residence was a place of peace and reflection for the monks.

Conversation

Have you ever been to that old abbatial building on the hill?

Yeah, I went there last summer; it was amazing!

I heard the architecture is really stunning and abbatial in style.

Absolutely! It felt like stepping back in time.

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Root Explanation

Abbatial is derived from "abbas" (meaning abbot) in Latin, combined with the suffix "-ial" (meaning relating to). The term refers to something that pertains to an abbot or the office of an abbot.

Memory Tip

Think of an 'abbot' as a leader in a monastery, and remember that 'abbatial' means relating to that leader or their office.

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