Seminarian (Noun)
Meaning
A student at a seminary (especially a Roman Catholic seminary).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- As a seminarian, John studied philosophy and theology for four years before being ordained as a priest.
- The young seminarian spent many hours each day in prayer and contemplation as part of his spiritual formation.
- During his summer break, the seminarian worked at a local parish, gaining practical experience in pastoral ministry.
- As a first-year seminarian, Michael was assigned a spiritual director to guide him on his journey towards priesthood.
- After completing his seminary studies, the seminarian was ordained as a deacon and prepared to begin his ministry as a priest.