Papist

6 lettersnounrare

Updated June 2026

Definition

A derogatory or historical term for a Roman Catholic, particularly one who strongly supports the authority of the Pope.

“The pamphlet was a bitter attack on papists during the height of the Reformation.”

Pronunciation

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pa·pist

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Synonyms

romanromanistromish popishpapisticpapistical

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Wordle

Double P with ST ending, the ST suffix is common and worth confirming in mid-game

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Worth 10 points, the ST ending allows hooking with common suffixes such as S

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