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hieratic
adjective
noun
adhering to fixed types or methods; highly restrained and formal
Quick reference
Word Facts
- Word length
- 8
- Starts with
- H
- Ends with
- C
- Contains
- IERATI
- Scrabble score
- 13
- Database source
- OEWN 2025 Core
How it sounds
Pronunciation
ˌhaɪ(ə)ˈɹætɪk
Meaning
Definitions
adjective
adhering to fixed types or methods; highly restrained and formal
“the more hieratic sculptures leave the viewer curiously unmoved”
adjective
written or belonging to a cursive form of ancient Egyptian writing
“hieratic Egyptian script”
adjective
associated with the priesthood or priests
“priestly (or sacerdotal) vestments”
noun
a cursive form of Egyptian hieroglyphics; used especially by the priests
In context
Example Sentences
the more hieratic sculptures leave the viewer curiously unmoved
hieratic Egyptian script
priestly (or sacerdotal) vestments
hieratic gestures
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