exorcism
Translation
exorcism
Examples
The priest performed an exorcism.
The priest performed an exorcism.
The film was about a terrifying exorcism.
The movie was about a terrifying exorcism.
Grammar Patterns
((an exorcism)) the act of expelling an evil spirit The priest performed an exorcism.
Similar Words
Synonyms: expulsion, purification; Antonyms: possession
Etymology
From Greek 'exorkismos', from 'ex-' (out) and 'horkos' (oath). It literally means 'binding by oath'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'EXit' for 'ex-' (out) and connect 'orcism' to something mystical to remember it's about driving out evil spirits.