sacrament
What is another word for sacrament? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A formal religious rite, especially in Christianity, believed to convey divine grace — such as baptism, marriage, or communion.
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How to use sacrament
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
receive the sacrament
the sacrament of baptism
holy sacrament
Etymology
From Latin sacramentum, originally a soldier's oath of allegiance, later a sum deposited in a lawsuit — from sacer, "sacred."
Full origin of sacrament →Frequently asked questions
What does “sacrament” mean?
The word “sacrament” means a formal religious rite, especially in Christianity, believed to convey divine grace — such as baptism, marriage, or communion. In plain terms, a sacred religious ceremony, or the bread and wine used in Christian communion.
How do you pronounce “sacrament”?
“Sacrament” is pronounced SAK-ruh-muhnt (/ˈsækɹəmənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “sacrament” in a sentence?
Here is “sacrament” used in a sentence: “The couple received the sacrament of marriage at the cathedral.”
What part of speech is “sacrament”?
“Sacrament” is a noun.
Where does the word “sacrament” come from?
The word “sacrament” comes from Latin. From Latin sacramentum, originally a soldier's oath of allegiance, later a sum deposited in a lawsuit — from sacer, "sacred.".
Is “sacrament” a common word?
“Sacrament” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “sacrament” have?
“Sacrament” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a formal religious rite, especially in Christianity, believed to convey divine grace — such as baptism, marriage, or communion.
