Abbess (Noun)
Meaning
The superior of a group of nuns.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The abbess welcomed the young novices to the convent and guided them in their spiritual journey.
- The community elected Sister Margaret as the new abbess after the previous one passed away.
- The abbess made it her mission to promote education and provide charitable services to the local community.
- During the Renaissance, the abbess of the convent became a prominent patron of the arts, commissioning many notable works.
- Under the leadership of the wise and compassionate abbess, the nuns were able to navigate the turbulent times of the war.