Synonyms of monasteries

monasteries

noun

plural of monastery

as in cloisters

a residence for men under religious vows

Gregory Mendel worked out his concepts of genetics by doing breeding experiments using pea plants in the monastery's garden

Synonyms & Similar Words

• cloisters
• abbeys
• convents
• hermitages
• priories
• friaries
• nunneries
• houses
• lamaseries

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of monasteries

The route passes through Sherpa villages and Buddhist monasteries before reaching the base of the world’s tallest mountain, according to the Nepal Tourism Board. — Ashley Lynch july 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026

This comprehensive guide explores 100 spectacular travel opportunities, including witnessing the Northern Lights in Norway, cruising down the Nile River and visiting Bhutan’s monasteries. — Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 28 July 2026

Along the way, trekkers pass Sherpa villages, Buddhist monasteries, and the busy mountain hub of Namche Bazaar. — Ashley Lynch, Kansas City Star, 23 July 2026

Hikers pass Sherpa villages, Buddhist monasteries and the mountain town of Namche Bazaar, crossing suspension bridges above rushing rivers. — Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 23 July 2026

The film follows filmmaker Ahsen Nadeem’s attempt to document one of Japan’s most secretive Buddhist monasteries. — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 9 July 2026

In 1642, the fifth Dalai Lama first unified Tibet by yoking the strength of Mongol forces, who razed the monasteries of rival sects, killing thousands. — Charlie Campbell, Time, 9 July 2026

Inside the labyrinthine monasteries, Irene finds not just a missing dad but the absurd rulebook of patriarchy itself. — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 6 July 2026

Most of these books were for the monastery’s own use, though some monasteries produced codices for sale. — Literary Hub, 6 July 2026