Hieratic
adjective | /hieratic/
Relating to priests, priesthood, or sacred traditions; it can also refer specifically to an ancient Egyptian priestly writing system.
Hieratic
adjective | /hieratic/
Advanced WordsHARDRelating to priests, priesthood, or sacred traditions; it can also refer specifically to an ancient Egyptian priestly writing system.
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"The museum displayed hieratic texts written by ancient Egyptian priests. Means: The museum displayed sacred or priestly texts written by priests in ancient Egypt."
"Her hieratic manner made the ceremony feel solemn and traditional. Means: Her priestly and formal manner made the ceremony feel serious and connected to tradition."
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Think of hierarchy: hieratic is associated with the priestly or sacred class at the top of a religious hierarchy.
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