acolyte

[US]/ˈækəlaɪt/
[UK]/ˈækəlaɪt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. assistant; a helper or follower, especially in a religious context.

Example Sentences

an acolyte who carries a thurible

Shortly thereafter an acolyte in black gown and white surplice appeared and lighted groups of candles on either side of the altar.

The Latin Church had long recognized four minor orders (porter, lector, exorcist, acolyte) and four major orders (subdeacon, deacon, priest, bishop).

He was an acolyte of the famous artist.

The acolyte assisted the priest during the ceremony.

She became an acolyte of the spiritual leader.

The acolyte lit the candles in the church.

He was training to become an acolyte in the monastery.

The acolyte carried the sacred objects during the ritual.

She devoted herself fully to her role as an acolyte.

The acolyte knelt before the altar in prayer.

He was chosen as an acolyte for his dedication and humility.

The acolyte's duties included preparing for religious services.

Real-world Examples

" An acolyte. Alleras, by some called Sphinx" .

Source: A Song of Ice and Fire: A Feast for Crows (Bilingual Edition)

Mr Musk and his acolytes are in a different camp: fast, informal and aggressive.

Source: The Economist (Summary)

The courtroom itself was packed. Stone's friends and acolytes certainly turned out. But his opponents were there as well.

Source: NPR News February 2020 Compilation

Next we see Theseus and Lally Hicks battling with 4 of Grindelwald's acolytes in what appears to be China or perhaps Bhutan.

Source: Selected Film and Television News

He did not, as many of his acolytes believe, predict the Depression.

Source: The Economist Culture

Under no circumstances must my two acolytes be permitted to see those papers, much less to seize them.

Source: Gentleman Thief

Maybe this acolyte is giving you your path to freedom.

Source: Hannibal

He's been sort of purging acolytes of the previous premier who he and his entourage accused of corruption.

Source: Financial Times Podcast

Montanelli stood before the high altar among his ministers and acolytes and read the Introit aloud in steady tones.

Source: The Gadfly (Original Version)

We are adapts of motion, acolytes of the flux. Cash, check or credit card. Name your destination

Source: Angel in America Part One

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