exorcism
1 synonym for exorcism, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A ritual intended to drive an evil spirit out of a person or place.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use exorcism
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
perform an exorcism
undergo an exorcism
Etymology
From Greek exorkizein, "to banish a spirit by oath."
Full origin of exorcism →Frequently asked questions
What does “exorcism” mean?
The word “exorcism” means a ritual intended to drive an evil spirit out of a person or place. In plain terms, a ceremony performed to remove an evil spirit.
How do you pronounce “exorcism”?
“Exorcism” is pronounced EHK-saw-sih-zuhm (/ˈɛk.sɔɹˌsɪ.zəm/ in IPA).
How do you use “exorcism” in a sentence?
Here is “exorcism” used in a sentence: “The film is based on a real exorcism performed in the 1970s.”
What part of speech is “exorcism”?
“Exorcism” is a noun.
Where does the word “exorcism” come from?
The word “exorcism” comes from Greek. From Greek exorkizein, "to banish a spirit by oath.".
