Synonyms of temples

temples

noun

plural of temple

as in churches

a building for public worship and especially Christian worship

the largest temple in the Gothic style in the country

Synonyms & Similar Words

• churches
• cathedrals
• chapels
• tabernacles
• shrines
• abbeys
• oratories
• kirks
• missions
• sanctuaries
• pagodas
• mosques
• synagogues
• meetinghouses
• minsters
• bethels
• shuls

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of temples

The portable, retractable cream stick delivers warmth and definition rather than a wash of color, blending easily across the cheekbones, temples, and other areas where the sun naturally hits. — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2026

While Mormon temples may be a common sight in many cities across the United States, the average American might not realize how much land is owned by the Mormon Church. — Justin Klawans, TheWeek, 1 Sep. 2026

In May 2021, Noora Lewis — a 63-year-old from Birmingham, England — visited a general practitioner at Birmingham and Midland Eye Centre after experiencing symptoms like headaches, jaw aches, tender temples and pain on the right side of her face. — Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 31 Aug. 2026

The temple — one of more than 200 LDS temples operating globally — has been closed since late 2019 for renovations to expand its interior, shore up its foundation and make seismic upgrades. — Brandon Griggs, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2026

Expected attendees include entrepreneurs, educators, artists, youth leaders, faith leaders and public officials as well as representatives from temples and yoga centers. — ABC News, 28 Aug. 2026

Log temples atop the mounds overlooked wide plazas for ball games, ceremonies, and open-air markets. — ArsTechnica, 27 Aug. 2026

The film is an ensemble drama about a Thai family’s one-day pilgrimage to nine temples. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026

There are often several merit-making activities in temples that are meant to be fun and engage participants. — Brooke Schedneck, The Conversation, 24 Aug. 2026