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Sacramental: meaning, definitions and examples

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sacramental

 

[ ˌsækrəˈmɛntəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

religious significance

Sacramental refers to something that is related to or associated with a sacrament in a religious context. Sacraments are important rituals in many Christian denominations that are believed to convey divine grace. The term can also imply a sense of holiness or sacredness. Items or acts that are considered sacramental might enhance spiritual experiences or signify deeper religious commitments.

Synonyms

divine, holy, sacred

Examples of usage

  • The sacramental elements were blessed by the priest.
  • She wore a sacramental dress during the ceremony.
  • The community has a deep regard for sacramental traditions.
  • He believes that prayer is a sacramental act.

Translations

Translations of the word "sacramental" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sacramental

🇮🇳 सक्रामेंटल

🇩🇪 sakramental

🇮🇩 sakramen

🇺🇦 сакраментальний

🇵🇱 sakramentalny

🇯🇵 サクラメンタル

🇫🇷 sacramentel

🇪🇸 sacramental

🇹🇷 sakramental

🇰🇷 성사적

🇸🇦 سرمائي

🇨🇿 sakramentální

🇸🇰 sakramentálny

🇨🇳 圣礼的

🇸🇮 sakramentalni

🇮🇸 sakramentale

🇰🇿 сакраменттік

🇬🇪 საკრამენტო

🇦🇿 sakramental

🇲🇽 sacramental

Etymology

The term 'sacramental' originates from the Latin word 'sacramentum', which means 'a sacred thing' or 'an oath'. The word evolved within the Christian context to refer specifically to the rites of the Church, emphasizing their role in spiritual life and community identity. Historically, the concept of sacraments can be traced back to early Christianity, where specific acts were recognized as means of grace. Over time, various Christian denominations have interpreted and categorized sacraments differently, leading to the use of 'sacramental' to describe any object or action that conveys spiritual benefits or is associated with the divine. The rich theological implications of sacramental practices highlight the intersection of faith, tradition, and community.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,968, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.