What is another word for cleric?
Pronunciation: [klˈɛɹɪk] (IPA) 
Cleric, a noun, is a term used to describe a member of the clergy or a religious leader. There are various synonyms for this word, including "priest", "pastor", "minister", "preacher", "vicar", "chaplain", "monk", "imam", and "rabbi". These terms are often, but not always, specific to certain religions. For instance, a "priest" is commonly associated with the Christian religion, while "imam" is typically used in relation to Islam. The term "cleric" is also sometimes used as an adjective to describe someone who is clerical or clerically trained. Nevertheless, despite the differences in terminology, all of these words denote individuals who have authority within their respective faith communities and who often perform important religious duties such as conducting services, providing spiritual guidance, and overseeing religious institutions.
