Exarchic

/ɛɡˈzɑrkɪk/ adjective

Definition

Of or relating to an exarch; having the character or authority of an exarchate.

Etymology

From 'exarch' + '-ic' (adjective-forming suffix); an alternative adjectival form to 'exarchal', providing stylistic variation in theological writing.

Kelly Says

Medieval theologians loved having multiple ways to say the same thing—'exarchic' and 'exarchal' mean nearly the same thing but gave them choice in how to write precisely, just like modern English has 'kingly' and 'regal.'

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