exorcise
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for exorcise, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To drive out an evil spirit from a person or place, usually through ritual or prayer.
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Etymology
From Greek exorkizein, "to bind by oath" or "banish a spirit," from ex- ("out") plus horkos ("oath").
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What does “exorcise” mean?
The word “exorcise” means to drive out an evil spirit from a person or place, usually through ritual or prayer. In plain terms, to force out an evil spirit, or figuratively to finally get rid of something painful from the past.
How do you pronounce “exorcise”?
“Exorcise” is pronounced EHK-saw-syz (/ˈɛk.sɔɹˌsaɪz/ in IPA).
How do you use “exorcise” in a sentence?
Here is “exorcise” used in a sentence: “The priest was called to exorcise the old house.”
What part of speech is “exorcise”?
“Exorcise” is a verb.
Where does the word “exorcise” come from?
The word “exorcise” comes from Greek. From Greek exorkizein, "to bind by oath" or "banish a spirit," from ex- ("out") plus horkos ("oath").
How many meanings does “exorcise” have?
“Exorcise” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to drive out an evil spirit from a person or place, usually through ritual or prayer.