Definitions

Holy Father

NOUN

head of roman catholic church

Synonyms

WEAK

confessor father confessor pope spiritual father spiritual leader

Example Sentences

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“To be a just war it must be a defense against another who actively wages war, which is what the Holy Father actually said,” Massa said in a statement following Vance’s comments.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026

So I asked the cardinal to thank the Holy Father for his confidence in me and to assure him that I would do the job with all my heart.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026

The Holy Father specifically highlighted the suffering of civilians in Gaza, calling for an immediate end to violence and renewed efforts toward peace.

From Salon • Dec. 25, 2025

“Dearest brothers and sisters, with deep sorrow I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis,” Farrell’s statement released by the Vatican read.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2025

And one man said that he would give it as a present to the Holy Father in Rome.

From "The Pearl" by John Steinbeck