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anointed

 

[ əˈnɔɪntɪd ]

Adjective / Verb
Context #1 | Adjective

religious ceremony

Anointed refers to someone or something that has been ceremonially consecrated or blessed, often with oil, for a sacred purpose. This term is commonly associated with religious or royal rites.

Synonyms

blessed, consecrated, ordained

Examples of usage

  • The anointed king received his crown.
  • During the ceremony, the priest anointed the congregation.
  • The anointed leaders are often seen as divinely chosen.
Context #2 | Verb

religious practice

Anointed, as a verb, refers to the act of applying oil or other substances to someone as part of a religious ritual, often to signify a blessing or the conferring of authority. It can also denote the appointment of someone to a sacred office.

Synonyms

bless, consecrate, sanctify

Examples of usage

  • She anointed the altar with holy oil.
  • The prophet anointed the next leader.
  • The doctor anointed the wound before dressing it.

Translations

Translations of the word "anointed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ungido

🇮🇳 अभिषिक्त

🇩🇪 geweiht

🇮🇩 yang diurapi

🇺🇦 помазаний

🇵🇱 namaszczony

🇯🇵 塗油された

🇫🇷 oint

🇪🇸 ungido

🇹🇷 meshed

🇰🇷 기름 부음받은

🇸🇦 ممسوح

🇨🇿 pomazaný

🇸🇰 pomazaný

🇨🇳 受膏的

🇸🇮 mazan

🇮🇸 smurður

🇰🇿 майланған

🇬🇪 მოცემული

🇦🇿 məzlum

🇲🇽 ungido

Etymology

The word 'anointed' comes from the Old French term 'enoint', derived from Latin 'adnungere', meaning 'to rub on' or 'to smear'. The practice has roots in ancient Babylonian, Egyptian, and Hebrew cultures, where anointing with oil symbolized the divine blessing and special status of kings, priests, and other leaders. In the Bible, anointing is a key ritual for consecrating individuals for specific purposes, signifying that they were chosen by God. In a broader context, 'anointed' can refer to anyone who has been chosen for a significant role, reflecting the lasting influence of its religious connotations in both secular and spiritual realms.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,409, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.