pulpit

noun
UK: /ˈpʊlpɪt/
US: /ˈpʊlpɪt/

  1. A raised platform in a church or chapel from which the priest or minister preaches.

    1. The priest stood at the pulpit to give his sermon.
    2. From the pulpit, the reverend spoke passionately about forgiveness and redemption.

  2. The ministry or preaching profession.

    1. He decided to enter the pulpit after years of contemplation.
    2. Her powerful messages earned her respect throughout the pulpit community.

  3. A position or opportunity to express one's opinions publicly and influentially.

    1. The news program became his pulpit for social change.
    2. She used her position as CEO as a pulpit to advocate for environmental protection.

Synonyms

dais soapbox stage lectern rostrum

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "pulpit" in English means: A raised platform in a church or chapel from which the priest or minister preaches., The ministry or preaching profession., A position or opportunity to express one's opinions publicly and influentially..

The phonetic transcription of "pulpit" is /ˈpʊlpɪt/ in British English and /ˈpʊlpɪt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "pulpit": dais, soapbox, stage, lectern, rostrum.

Example usage of "pulpit": "The priest stood at the pulpit to give his sermon.". More examples on the page.