Synonyms of the word

papal

• adj. Having to do with the pope or the papacy.

apostolic

• adj. pertaining to an apostle, or to the apostles, their times, or their peculiar spirit.
• adj. according to the doctrines of the apostles; delivered or taught by the apostles.
• adj. Of or relating to the pope or the papacy; papal.

apostolical

• adj. (Christianity) apostolic.

pontifical

• adj. Of or pertaining to a pontiff.
• adj. Pompous, dignified or dogmatic.
• adj. Of or pertaining to the pontifices of Ancient Rome.
• adj. Of or relating to the building of bridges.
• n. A book containing the offices, or formulas, used by a pontiff.