Papal (Adjective)
Meaning
Proceeding from or ordered by or subject to a pope or the papacy regarded as the successor of the Apostles; "papal dispensation".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The Pope issued a papal bull announcing the creation of a new archdiocese in South America.
- In papal diplomacy, the Holy See engages with other countries to promote peace and human rights.
- Papal indulgences have been granted throughout history for specific events or to certain groups of people.
- During his papal visit, the Pope addressed a large crowd of Catholics and dignitaries.
- A papal dispensation is sometimes required for couples to get married in the Catholic Church.