Pronunciation

/ˈmɪnɪstrɪ/

Definitions

• Noun: (n) The department or branch of government that deals with a specific area of public administration or affairs, such as defense, education, or health. Example: “The Ministry of Health is responsible for implementing new healthcare policies.”
• Noun: (n) The period during which a person holds office as a minister in charge of such a department. Example: “His long ministry saw significant reforms in the educational sector.”
• Noun: (n) In religious contexts, it refers to the work or service of a religious minister, priest, or other clergy member. Example: “He devoted his life to ministry within the local church community.”

Phrases

• “In the ministry”: Refers to being involved or working in a governmental or religious position of authority or service.
• “To take up ministry”: To begin serving in a religious or governmental capacity.

Example Sentences

• Noun (government): “The newly appointed minister will head the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.”
• Noun (religious): “After completing his theological studies, he entered the ministry and became a pastor.”
• Noun (period of service): “During her distinguished ministry, the Education Secretary managed to implement several key reforms.”

Synonyms

• Department (in the context of government)
• Service (in the context of religious duties)
• Clergy (referring to the collective body of religious ministers)
• Administration (for the act of managing government affairs)
• Priesthood (specifically for religious leadership roles)