noun
- A cursive form of Egyptian hieroglyphics; used especially by the priests.
- synonyms: hieratic script
adjective
- Associated with the priesthood or priests.
- usage: "priestly (or sacerdotal) vestments"; "hieratic gestures"
- synonyms: priestly, hieratical, sacerdotal
- Written or belonging to a cursive form of ancient Egyptian writing.
- usage: "hieratic Egyptian script"
- Adhering to fixed types or methods; highly restrained and formal.
- usage: "the more hieratic sculptures leave the viewer curiously unmoved"
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