as in church
a building for public worship and especially Christian worship
the largest temple in the Gothic style in the country
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of temple
One bears an ancient Greek inscription, from the practice of using parts of ancient temples as building materials.
—
Jane Arraf, NPR, 6 May 2025
But as Nicky expands his interests and each man gains power, their lives become entangled in a story of hot temples, obstinacy, money, love and deception.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 29 Apr. 2025
Today, there are a few wisps of silver framing her face, more so at her temples.
—Dianna Singh, Allure, 24 Apr. 2025
At the heart of it all was Sunday’s parade, where crowds marched, danced and splashed through the neighborhood streets, turning the temple grounds into a swirling festival of color, music and tradition.
—Christopher Torres, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for temple
Jane Arraf, NPR, 6 May 2025
But as Nicky expands his interests and each man gains power, their lives become entangled in a story of hot temples, obstinacy, money, love and deception.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 29 Apr. 2025
Today, there are a few wisps of silver framing her face, more so at her temples.
—Dianna Singh, Allure, 24 Apr. 2025
At the heart of it all was Sunday’s parade, where crowds marched, danced and splashed through the neighborhood streets, turning the temple grounds into a swirling festival of color, music and tradition.
—Christopher Torres, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for temple
Recent Examples of Synonyms for temple
Noun
-
These positions, along with his personal modesty and steadfast advocacy for the poor and immigrants, endeared him to political progressives the world over but also inspired a significant conservative backlash, both in the church and without.—
Clarence Page,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2025
-
Leo has a doctorate in the church’s canon law, which equips him for the task of ensuring existing church laws are applied to investigate cases and hold leaders accountable.—
Christopher Lamb,
CNN Money,
11 May 2025
Noun
-
The cathedral was designed by the celebrity architect David Adjaye.—
Francis Kokoroko,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
-
Symbolizing those connections, Istiqlal Mosque is connected by an underground tunnel to a Catholic cathedral across the street.—
VICTOR GAETAN,
Foreign Affairs,
25 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
The white steepled chapel remains active today, beside a cemetery with cedar and crape myrtle trees.—
Jacoba Urist,
Smithsonian Magazine,
15 May 2025
-
Prayer Fellowship meets in the chapel at 9:30 a.m. every Wednesday to pray for individuals and community needs.—
Carin Schoppmeyer,
Arkansas Online,
10 May 2025
Noun
-
Miller also noted that the original tabernacle of the church survived, along with 17th-century lead coffins that visitors can view under a glass floor.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2025
-
The Blessed Sacrament Chapel’s tabernacle is supported by three legs, symbolizing the Holy Trinity.—
Elizabeth Marie Himchak,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Temple.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/temple. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share