adj Uncommon

anointed

uh-NOYN-tihd

Anointed (adj) means having gone through a ceremony of anointing; formally chosen for a special role. Example: “The anointed heir took the throne at just eighteen.”

adj

Having gone through a ceremony of anointing; formally chosen for a special role.

"The anointed heir took the throne at just eighteen."

noun

A person who has been anointed, especially in a religious sense.

"The prophet was regarded as the Lord's anointed."

How to Use Anointed

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone formally set apart or chosen, often through a ritual involving oil.

Word Forms

anointeds plural

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Rhymes for anointed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “anointed” mean?

The word “anointed” means having gone through a ceremony of anointing; formally chosen for a special role. In plain terms, someone formally set apart or chosen, often through a ritual involving oil.

How do you pronounce “anointed”?

“Anointed” is pronounced uh-NOYN-tihd (/əˈnɔɪn.tɪd/ in IPA).

How do you use “anointed” in a sentence?

Here is “anointed” used in a sentence: “The anointed heir took the throne at just eighteen.”

What part of speech is “anointed”?

Depending on how it is used, “anointed” can be an adjective and a noun.

Is “anointed” a common word?

“Anointed” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “anointed” have?

“Anointed” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having gone through a ceremony of anointing; formally chosen for a special role.