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
1
Having gone through a ceremony of anointing; formally chosen for a special role.
"The anointed heir took the throne at just eighteen."
noun
1
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 notesIn plain EnglishSomeone formally set apart or chosen, often through a ritual involving oil.
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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.
