adjective
- of, relating to, or characteristic of a parson or the office of a parson
- resembling or suggestive of a parson in manner, dress, or bearing; prim or formal in a way associated with clergy
Usage: formal; somewhat archaic
Usage: somewhat archaic
Examples
- The parsonical duties included visiting the sick and conducting Sunday services.
- He adopted a parsonical tone when discussing matters of morality.
- Her parsonical attire and reserved demeanor made her stand out at the social gathering.
- The old parsonical house still stands near the church.
- His parsonical manner of speaking reflected his deep religious conviction.