monastic
gb/mənˈæstɪk/ us/mənˈæstɪk/
C1
English
szerzetesi, aszketikus, szerzetes
C1
FORMAL
1
szerzetesi
B2
Usage pattern:
monastic + [noun]
The museum has a collection of monastic manuscripts from the twelfth century.
A múzeumnak van egy 12. századi szerzetesi kéziratgyűjteménye.
She wrote her thesis on monastic communities in medieval Europe.
A középkori Európa szerzetesi közösségeiről írta a szakdolgozatát.
The abbey still follows a monastic rule that structures the day around prayer and work.
Learner examples
We visited a monastic church in the mountains.
Meglátogattunk egy kolostortemplomot a hegyekben.
He studies monastic history.
A szerzetesség történetét tanulmányozza.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse monastic (about monasteries) with monasticism (the system/way of life).
Meaning
related to monks or monasteries
Collocations
monastic order
|monastic life
|monastic community
|monastic tradition
|monastic rule
|monastic vows
|monastic library
|monastic discipline
|monastic monastery
|monastic settlement
Synonyms
monkish (More informal; often used for habits or appearance.)
|
cloistered (Emphasizes being in or like a convent/monastery, often secluded.)
Antonyms
secular (Not connected with religion or religious institutions.)
Themes
religion
|culture
|history
Definition
related to monks, nuns, or monasteries
Connected with monks, nuns, monasteries, or the religious way of life practiced there.
C1
2
aszketikus
C1
Usage pattern:
a monastic [lifestyle/existence/routine]
During training he led a monastic life: early mornings, plain food, and no social media.
A kiképzés alatt szinte aszketikus életet élt: korán kelt, egyszerű ételeket evett, és nem használt közösségi médiát.
Her apartment is almost monastic—bare walls, a desk, and a bed.
A lakása szinte aszketikus: csupasz falak, egy íróasztal és egy ágy.
He adopted a monastic routine to finish the novel on time.
Learner examples
He lives a monastic life with few things.
Aszketikus életet él, alig van valamije.
She keeps a monastic routine when she studies.
Tanuláskor aszketikus napirendet tart.
Common mistake:
Monastic here is figurative; it does not necessarily mean the person is religious.
Meaning
austere and disciplined lifestyle
Collocations
monastic lifestyle
|monastic existence
|monastic routine
|monastic simplicity
|monastic discipline
|monastic devotion
|monastic focus
|monastic schedule
|monastic austerity
|almost monastic
Synonyms
austere (General word for strict simplicity; not necessarily linked to religion.)
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spartan (Stresses toughness and lack of comfort; more informal.)
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ascetic (Often implies self-denial for moral or spiritual reasons.)
Antonyms
luxurious (Full of comfort and expensive pleasures.)
|
indulgent (Allowing oneself many pleasures.)
Themes
lifestyle
|personality
Definition
very simple, strict, and without luxury
Very simple and strict in habits, with few comforts or pleasures; like the life traditionally associated with monks.
NOUN
C2
FORMAL
3
szerzetes
B1
Usage pattern:
a monastic; monastics
The monastics welcomed the pilgrims and offered them a simple meal.
A szerzetesek üdvözölték a zarándokokat, és egyszerű ételt kínáltak nekik.
Several monastics from the order attended the conference on religious life.
A rend több szerzetese részt vett a szerzetesi életről szóló konferencián.
Common mistake:
In modern English, monk or nun is much more common than monastic as a noun.
Meaning
a monk or nun (rare)
Collocations
a monastic community
|Benedictine monastics
|Cistercian monastics
|monastics and clergy
|monastics in residence
Synonyms
monk (Common term; usually male.)
|
nun (Common term; usually female.)
Antonyms
layperson (Someone who is not a member of the clergy or a religious order.)
Themes
religion
Definition
a monk or nun (rare word)
A monk or nun; a person who lives in a monastery or convent.
Grammar
Dictionary form
monastic
IPA
GB/mənˈæstɪk/
US/mənˈæstɪk/
Syllables & stress
mon - ast - ic (3 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (ast)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: monastic
Word family
Expressions
monastic cell
1/mənˈæstɪk sˈɛl/
fixed phrase
formal
monk’s small room
a small simple room in a monastery
Examples
- The guide showed us a restored monastic cell with a bed and a writing desk.
- He spent long hours reading in his monastic cell.
monastic community
1/mənˈæstɪk kəmjˈunɪti/
fixed phrase
group living in a monastery
a group of monks or nuns living together
Examples
- The monastic community produces cheese to support itself.
- Local residents helped the monastic community restore the old buildings.
Learner examples
- A monastic community lives and works together.
monastic life
1/mənˈæstɪk lˈaɪf/
fixed phrase
life in a monastery
the life of monks or nuns in a monastery
Examples
- She wrote a memoir about entering monastic life in her twenties.
- Monastic life often includes regular times for prayer and work.
Learner examples
- Monastic life is usually quiet and simple.
monastic order
1/mənˈæstɪk ˈɔɹdɚ/
fixed phrase
formal
religious group of monks/nuns
a religious group of monks or nuns
Examples
- He joined a monastic order known for strict silence.
- The monastic order established schools and hospitals across the region.
Learner examples
- A monastic order has rules for daily life.
monastic rule
1/mənˈæstɪk ɹˈul/
fixed phrase
formal
set of monastery rules
a set of rules for life in a monastery
Examples
- The monastery follows a monastic rule that dates back centuries.
- The abbot explained how the monastic rule shapes their daily schedule.
monastic vows
1/mənˈæstɪk vˈaʊz/
fixed phrase
formal
promises made by monks/nuns
serious promises made when becoming a monk or nun
Examples
- After years as a novice, he took monastic vows.
- Different communities interpret monastic vows in slightly different ways.
Learner examples
- Some people take monastic vows and live in a monastery.