sacrament
Translation
sacrament
Examples
Baptism is an important sacrament in Christianity.
Baptism is an important sacrament in Christianity.
The priest administered the last sacrament.
The priest administered the last sacrament.
Grammar Patterns
((countable noun)) an important religious ceremony in the Christian Church Baptism is an important sacrament in Christianity.
Similar Words
Synonyms: rite, ritual, ceremony
Etymology
From Latin 'sacramentum' (a solemn oath), from 'sacrare' (to make sacred).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'sacred moment'. This connects it to the idea of a religious ceremony.